Dumping My Fiancé For His Uncle By Danielle Sayers

Chapter 45

Thea smiled faintly and replied, "Mr. Hendrix, what are you talking about? What do you mean by I'm happy? I'm just doing my job.

"She made a mistake that delayed my partnership, and I'm expected to just swallow that? What kind of reasoning is that? "Besides, the order with Ms. Maddox is a long-term deal. You can't possibly be unaware of how much profit that brings. "The fact that Madelyn ruined it all for her selfish reasons is a trih I've already acknowledged. Honestly, I've given her enough leeway by not demanding compensation from her or alerting the industry about this situation."

Jake fumbled for words, unable to retort. His irritation was mounting, and he finally burst out, "Why she did that is your fault! You've been pushing her too hard.

Just look at how you've targeted her all this time. Can you honestly say you're blameless in this?"

Thea felt a surge of anger, her smile turning icy. "Of course, I'm at fault. My mistake was allowing her to join Avon Ventures. in the first place. I should have filtered her out during the interview,"

"Your" Jake exclaimed, clenching his fists. Suddenly, he seemed to have an epiphany, and the look in his eyes shifted to something more sinister.

Then Jake said coldly. "You've got a bad relationship with your fimily. They must have ways to threaten you

"So let me be clear: if you don't go to headquarters and get Madelyn reinstated, I'll tell my dad to cut off all cooperation with the Rowland family. "You're forcing me into this.

Thea's gaze turned dangerous. She suddenly realized how naive she had been in the past, how she had blindly trusted this man, exposing her vulnerabilities.

Grinding her teeth, Thea wasn't ready to give in. Jake, do you even know what you're saying? You're threatening me using my weaknesses to force me into a fight with you?"

Jake's pupils flickered slightly, and his expression changed a bit. But he still insisted, "It's just a concession, not like I'm asking you to give everything up. Thea, don't be so selfish."

determined not to look at him again. "I get it.

phone vibrated, and it was

in an instant. When Jake looked up again, he saw that Thea had already gotten into a car and left.

again. A limited-edition Maybach, and not many people could afford

didn't have a good relationship with Thea Jake clenched his fists, feeling a bit guilty about her over

make amends with Thea,

already been involved with another man. No wonder she had

to be involved with

caught a glimpse of her expression and pursed his lips into a straight line, a

was a bit unpleasant, but just a minor issue" She didn't

twisted the ring

and glanced at him. He's truly omnipotent, and nothing escapes his eyes, she thought. Seizing the opportunity, Thea spoke up directly. "Mr. Hendrix, can I withdraw the complaint and get Madelyn reinstated?" Darwin, who was driving in front, co Nicolas smiled slightly, but his smile didn't reach his eyes. His

head down, feeling nervous under his

I'm super weak. But there's no need to offend the Rowland family since I haven't yet fully established my own standing, she thought. Moreover, Thea was sure Jake

second thought, this marriage had already benefited her. And she had gained plenty of resources just by being with him.

could feel Nicolas' gaze

Thea felt immense pressure, like a heavy stone was sitting on her chest, making it hard for her to breathe. Gritting her teeth, Thea continued, "I know this request is a bit unreasonable, and a complaint can't just be

just impose them. Just don't let me

softly, but the coldness in the car thickened. Just then,