Married a Secret Billionaire by Breaking Wave

Jade's expression was serious. "Ms. Thompson, let's leave aside the fact that the Thompson Group isn't a dictatorship. Your authority doesn't extend to the point of dismissing an employee arbitrarily!"

Renee stared at Jade, her fists clenched and trembling. She felt nervous about this visit, but Jacquelin had been adamant that she, as a shareholder of the Thompson Group and the boss' niece, had limitless power.

What's more, Renee was eager to kick out Lena. Plus, the fact that Lina wasn't at the company today presented a rare chance.

However, she hadn't anticipated the typically quiet Jade would become her greatest obstacle.

Jacquelin scoffed. "Ms. Neale, you've been with the company for a long time. Must you really feign oblivion? Ms. Renee is Mr. Thompson's niece. Are you not heeding her words?"

"The Thompson Group is a modern company, not a family workshop. No matter the situation, no individual can make decisions on their own." Jade glanced at Jacquelin. "Besides, is this your place to interfere?"

Jacquelin rolled her eyes and looked at Renee for help.

"No individual can make decisions on their own?" Renee sneered. "Ms. Neale, how did Lena join the company? Was there a proper recruitment process? Did the board of directors approve it?

achieve any results, why should the

Jade looked alarmed.

Renee said softly. "Let HR

shareholder, Ms. Thompson. You

"What did you say?"

you politely. But if you insist

"Jade! You..."

lost your mind?" Jacquelin chimed in. "How can you

to talk about rules. Now that I'm talking about the rules, you want to oppress me with your status? The

pale as she stared at

all bark and no bite, turning

what Renee wanted—not just to make her leave the Thompsons but also to kick

open the door when she felt a hand on her shoulder. Startled, she quickly turned around and met a pair of bright eyes. Those eyes were gentle, like a cozy

Lena widened her