Chapter 123

Bree's words took me by surprise.

But I continued, "Bree, I've resigned and already applied elsewhere. In fact, I'm having an interview today."

"What? So soon?" Her astonishment was evident.

"Bree; the truth is, ever since the day Chris and I didn't get the marriage. certificate, I've been planning to leave," I confessed while maintaining eye

contact with her.

My gaze was steady, devoid of any hint of regret.

"Even if Chris is fine with it, staying at the same company after breaking up would make things awkward for me. And I'd rather not force it.

"So, even if Chris didn't agree with my decision to resign, I intended to move on after wrapping up the amusement park project," I explained frankly.

Bree shook her head. "Maddie, you don't have to do this. If you feel awkward or uneasy, you could transfer to the subsidiary or another department and keep your distance from him."

"Bree, I appreciate your concern about me facing difficulties elsewhere, but I feel it's time for me to explore other opportunities," I asserted firmly.

eyes were once again brimmed with tears. She shook her head and said,

now, you won't even stay with the company. Maddie,

all, we had developed

I'll visit you and Zack often," I

asked, "Maddie, tell me. Did you

you make this decision because

about your past with

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help but laugh at her assumption. Brandon and I were just friends, yet everyone seemed

he doesn't have the right to dictate my life. You're overthinking

where to reach you. A simple phone call when I

daughter.

working locally, Bree. I won't be too far away. You can call me anytime you miss me," I replied. Bree

to end the conversation when she continued, "Maddie, there's something I want to

made my heart skip a beat. It seemed she was about to broach

sensitive or unwelcome topic.

perhaps it's best

by my directness. She hesitated briefly, then smiled. But I have to say it, Maddie. It concerns

expected of the chairman's wife, she had a subtle way of

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