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,"

accusations hit Thea like

face as she whimpered, "Miss Rowland, if you hadn't done

did 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

a brief pause, he finally said, "Everyone, please rest assured. From now on, Thea will no longer be with Avon Ventures.

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

feigned concern. The situation is getting out of hand. The only way I can protect you is by letting your go.

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

rose and fell with anger as a dangerous glint flashed in her eyes. Without a second thought, she swung the wine bottle at

with fear for a split second. The crash of shattering glass echoed through

wall above Jake's

disheveled-His expression darkened

let me set the record

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

of the broken bottle. Her

stop me will leave here with a permanent reminder.

a moment. Thea appeared to hesitate. Jake's lips curled into a smug smile. He knew it after seven years, Thea wouldn't be able

then Thea's expression hardened, and she looked at him with

hope that we could end things amicably. Now I see. Our seven years together were nothing but a waste." She pulled out her phone. It contained all the evidence of her contributions

would one day become a weapon. With a few taps, she sent the files

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