Devil's Prisoner of Love by Prefer

Gemma was truly a skilled negotiator. She took a situation that was entirely

unfavorable for her and elevated it to an unexpected height, leading everyone to unconsciously follow her logic. It felt as though denying her reasoning would make you appear foolish.

Mona, however, twirled her pen between her fingers, her expression indifferent, as if she hadn't heard a single word. Compared to her, Heather's reaction was worlds apart. Heather was so enraged her chest heaved violently, her face flushed red. She shook her head repeatedly.

"That's not true! The manager isn't like that. She's lying," Heather exclaimed.

"I'm not lying, Heather," Gemma countered smoothly. "If you were really such a good person, why were you fired by Montgomery Group? I trust that a large, reputable company like Montgomery Group wouldn't dismiss an employee without a valid

reason."

Gemma was clever. She instantly shifted the conversation to another topic, even dragging Heather's past into the spotlight. Her goal was simple: to cast doubt on Heather's character and make her seem less innocent than she appeared.

gaze suddenly flashed in her mind. Aurora was always composed, always collected. Heather forced herself to suppress the anger rising in her chest. If she allowed Gemma's

from the past: "You need to become stronger-stronger than everyone else. Only then will you rise above

bullied by Alison Walker in the cafeteria. Her expression at the time had been utterly

her. Heather knew no one was born a strong leader-not even Aurora. She had endured countless hardships and climbed step by step to reach her current position. Heather couldn't afford to let her

her emotions, Heather opened her eyes, her gaze now calm

no plans to stay here indefinitely. The New York branch had only Asher, and Mona had intended to return once Aurora's side was on track. But before leaving, she needed to ensure everything was in order, mentoring Heather and Ian along the way. Otherwise, how could she leave with

company; it was a test for Heather. A leader had to be decisive. Over the past few days, Mona had observed Heather closely. Heather was smart, a quick learner, and

traits. Indecision in critical moments would become a fatal flaw in leadership. As such, Mona had refrained from intervening, wanting Heather to face this challenge on her

steadily calmed herself, Mona noticed the change in her eyes. She was no longer the girl who lost her temper over a

director back then, and everyone involved in that situation knows the truth. If, as you claim, I was as terrible as you say, why would Miss Montgomery hire me? Not only that, but she entrusted me with critical tasks multiple times. Are you saying you're smarter

would be suicidal. How could she possibly respond

Today, we're here to discuss your deliberate actions-causing Candy's allergic

unable to counter. Hearing that Heather had evidence made her break out in a cold sweat, despite the

fine. We'll simply find the server from that night and hear their side of the story,"