From Heartbreak to Happily Ever After

MkChapter 700

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Debra raised her eyebrows innocently, “Ms. Blair, I’ve hardly said a word since I’ve been standing here. How did I end up being your target?”

Shelia scoffed, “Are you seriously going to pretend that Mr. Houston isn’t doing this to defend you? Everyone knows he wouldn’t even bother with women. So much for being a man of principle. He’s just another guy using his power to push around women.”

To the untrained eye, Shella played the victim flawlessly. Her eyes shimmered with unshed tears, her bottom lip trembling ever so slightly.

She had always been adept at playing the damsel, garnering sympathy from those around her.

But Debra saw right through her act. “Mr. Houston’s decision to let you go has nothing to do with me. It’s because you’re not fit for the position.”

Shelia’s eyes narrowed, her voice rising in defense. “I’ve only been on the job for a week. What makes you. think I’m not qualified?”

smile was faint but mocking. “So, you’re aware of it. But from what I hear, you haven’t accomplished a

things done takes time. It’s too complicated for someone getting into Arcane Academy through connections to understand. It’s difficult to manage such a

The scandal of Debra using connections to get into Arcane Academy had been the talk of the upper–class circles, and Shelia’s

“Oh, that’s

remember,” Shelia replied, feeling a sense

Debra smirked, “Well then, I presume you also remember that Arcane Academy is the most prestigious school in this city, filled with the best of the best. When I started my job, I secured a collaboration with the Potter Group on my first day. As for you, I heard that since you took office, all you have done is clock in and out, drink coffee,

surprised Shelia greatly. Those were

secretary, who quickly shook her head, indicating she

the true

surveillance was easy for

any

over the past few days.