Ex Cried as I Wed a Tycoon

Chapter 279

"It was you who wanted Nelly gone, Mr. Butler. Don't try to pin this on me," Effie said, her tone even but icy. "I'm not exactly strong or powerful-I can't take the blame for something I couldn't possibly do."

Irving Butler gave a derisive snort. “Not strong? You managed to catch a pregnant woman, didn't you?"

Effie's eyes narrowed, a dangerous glint flickering across her face.

Irving Butler really had no conscience. His wife had worked so hard for so long just to get pregnant, and now he talked as if he'd rather she lost the baby.

Effie didn't want to waste another second dealing with someone so vile. Her voice was cold as she said, "Mr. Butler, we're here to work and make money for the company-not to get caught up in your personal drama every day. If there's nothing else, I'll get back to my job."

"Wait."

Irving Butler was clearly annoyed by Effie's attitude, but couldn't find a legitimate reason to fire her.

looks and no brains, would

hadn't taken the bait. She never fought with Nelly at

it didn't matter. He had more tricks

up for Nelly," Irving said coolly. "Now that she's

if it was just a work assignment. "Alright," she said

a mean-spirited satisfaction. Let's see if she's still so agreeable after this, he

with concern in her eyes. "Effie, did

at least need a proper reason," Effie

finally relaxed. "So what did he

Irving Butler's

"That's odd. Usually, Irving gives Nelly the cushy, high-paying projects. Now that you've upset him, why would he hand you

"It's fine. Work is work-some tasks are tough, some are easy. It can't

often depended on the person handling