Chapter 21

Chapter 21

Jake took a deep breath, softening his tone as he looked at Thea with what seemed like affection. "Look, I understand you're upset about me bringing Madelyn. But think about it you've got the Rowland family behind you. You're going to be my wife. "Bait Madelyn has nothing - no background, no connections. Letting her take the credit won't hurt you at all. It's actually a kind thing to do. Don't be so selfish, Thea"

Thea let out a bitter laugh. You're right. I don't need the recognition, but I'm not giving it away, I'd rather toss it in the trash than let the two of you steal it.

With that, she shoved past Jake and stormed back into the private room.

Madelyn was still sniffling, surrounded by a group of people offering comforting words. When they looked at Thea, their expressions were full of disdain and judgment. Thea's instincts kicked in, and she sensed something wasn't right.

to protect your fiancée, how can

Sure enough, as soon as Jake entered, someone raised their voice. "Jake, even if you want to prote you cover up the fact that she sold company data?

What are we supposed to think? We've been loyal partners with Avon Ventures for years. How can we trust you now?"

"Exactly," another one added. "She should be in jail. If you can't do that, at least fire her. If Avon Ventures doesn't, I'm pulling

out

of our contract.

in,"

accusations hit

her face as she whimpered, "Miss Rowland, if you hadn't done something so terrible, the company wouldn't

up your mess, and now, you're accusing me of stealing from you. If you're going to be

"Everyone, please rest assured. From now

Thea's body. She stared at Jake in disbelief. "You're kicking me

concern. The situation is getting out of hand. The only way I can protect you is by letting your go. Thea, this is what happens when you cause a scene. You brought this on

even been completed. There's no conclusion, but Madelyn has been spreading rumors nonstop. I brought this

anger as a dangerous glint flashed in

for a split second. The crash of shattering glass echoed through the room, followed by panicked gasps from the

the bottle had only broken against the wall above Jake's head Shards and wine splattered across his

him disheveled-His expression

crowd. Ignoring Jake's livid glare, she raised her voice. "Now that Jake's shown his true self, let me set the record straight. Without me, Jake's

unwavering. But a flicker of panic crossed Jake's face. He quickly signaled for

a jagged piece of the broken bottle. Her eyes glinted

of? Let me finish what I have to say," she said, her voice low but threatening. "Anyone who tries to stop me will leave here with a permanent reminder. Test me if you think

into a smug smile. He knew it after seven years, Thea wouldn't be able to let

and she looked at

Now I see. Our seven years together were nothing but a waste." She pulled out her

one day become a weapon. With a few taps, she sent the files to their business group

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