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."

again. "I get it.

His phone vibrated, and it was

that Thea had already

his anger flare up again. A limited-edition Maybach, and not many people could afford a

Jake clenched his fists, feeling a bit guilty about her over the

try to ease Madelyn's emotions and then make amends with Thea, maybe woo her a bit. But now it seemed he had been

she had been so distant with him lately.

involved with other men. On the other hand, Thea stareil out the window, lost

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

bit unpleasant, but just a minor issue" She didn't notice the coldness around

his eyes as he twisted the ring

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

her head down,

need to offend the Rowland family since I haven't yet fully established my own standing, she thought. Moreover, Thea was sure Jake had more say in the Rowland family

Nicolas for help. But on second thought, this marriage had already benefited her. And she had gained plenty of

feel Nicolas' gaze lingering on her as

her chest, making it hard for her to breathe. Gritting her

are any penalties, just impose them. Just don't let me get fired. I

then, the car came to a stop. He