Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

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.

tears. She shook her

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

developed a bond over

visit you and

away her tears and asked, "Maddie, tell me. Did you

make this decision because you're worried he might

about your past with

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

I'm not currently dating anyone. And even if I were, he doesn't have the right to dictate my life. You're

very least, keep me informed of where to reach you. A simple phone call when I want to see you."

daughter.

too far away. You can call me anytime you miss me," I replied. Bree fell silent for a

we'd covered everything, I was about to end the conversation when she continued, "Maddie,

skip a beat. It seemed she was about to broach

sensitive or unwelcome topic.

perhaps it's best left

briefly, then smiled. But I have to say

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