Dumping My Fiancé For His Uncle By Danielle Sayers

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," said

accusations hit Thea like

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

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

a brief pause, he finally said, "Everyone, please rest assured. From now on, Thea will no longer be with Avon Ventures. The data leak incident won't happen

Jake in disbelief. "You're

only way I can protect you is by

investigation hasn't even been completed. There's no conclusion, but Madelyn has been spreading rumors nonstop. I brought this on

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

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

had only broken against the wall above Jake's head Shards and

disheveled-His expression darkened

jaw, her icy gaze sweeping over the 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 nothing "Every major contract signed under his name? I'm the one who closed those deals. The strategies

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

the broken bottle. Her eyes glinted with fury, giving

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 I'm bluffing Jake put on a wounded expression. "Thea, are you really willing to destroy the last bit of love I have for

into a smug smile. He knew it after seven years, Thea

expression hardened, and she looked at

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

that her habit of recording her work would one day become a weapon. With a few taps, she sent the