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

if you hadn't done something so terrible, the company wouldn't have had to let me use

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 going to be

said, "Everyone, please rest assured.

stared at Jake in

out of hand. The only way I can protect you is by letting your go. Thea, this

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

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

of shattering glass echoed through the room,

the bottle had only broken against the wall above Jake's

expression

she raised her voice. "Now that Jake's shown his true self, let me set the record straight. Without me, Jake's nothing "Every

crowd looked on in disbelief, their disdain for Thea unwavering. But a flicker of panic crossed Jake's face. He quickly signaled for security to

act. Thea spun around, gripping a jagged piece of the broken bottle.

with a permanent

into a smug smile. He

then Thea's expression hardened, and she looked at him with nothing but

things amicably. Now I see. Our seven years together were nothing but a waste."

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

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