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.

were once again brimmed with tears. She shook her head

you can't be my daughter-in-law, that's one thing, but now, you won't even stay with the company. Maddie, are you planning

developed a bond over the

visit you and

asked, "Maddie, tell me. Did you already have a new

make this decision because you're

about your

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assumption. Brandon and I were just friends,

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

very least, keep me informed of where to reach you. A simple phone call

daughter.

still be working locally, Bree. I won't be too far away. You can call

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

my heart skip a beat. It seemed she

sensitive or unwelcome topic.

best left unsaid,"

my directness. She hesitated briefly, then smiled. But I have to say

chairman's wife, she had a subtle way