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.

me in,"

hit Thea

tears streaming down her face as she whimpered, "Miss Rowland, if you hadn't done something so terrible, the company wouldn't have had to let

was shameful, so naturally, I had to step in and help Mr. Hendrix. I've been working overtime to clean up your mess, and now, you're accusing me of stealing from you. If you're going to be unreasonable, then I can't stay silent any longer All eyes turned to Jake as they waited for him

please rest assured.

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

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

no conclusion, but Madelyn has been

dangerous glint flashed in her eyes. Without a second thought, she swung the wine

shattering glass

broken against the wall above Jake's head Shards and wine splattered

him disheveled-His expression darkened with

me set the

disdain for Thea unwavering. But a flicker of panic crossed Jake's face.

piece of the broken

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

Thea appeared to hesitate. Jake's lips curled into a smug smile.

and she looked at him

had this small hope that we could end things amicably. Now I see. Our seven years together were nothing but a

never imagined that her habit of recording her work would one day become a weapon. With a few taps, she sent the files to their

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