More Than A Favor

Chapter 75

I saw the anger flashing in Logan’s eyes, followed by his cold, mocking tone “Ma pred potik || wouldn’t fire you?”

“Then do it!” I challenged, standing my ground

Logan’s face darkened with fury, but before he could respond, Ashton seches Telke to mow why you want me replaced, Mr. Mercer.”

Logan didn’t hesitate. “You failed to follow directives and took unauthorised breaks, causing days to the project. That is the reason.”

“I told you–I already approved it,” 1 interrupted, defending Ashton

Logan turned his glare on me. “Do you think your approval exempts him from being held accountable?

The tension in the room was palpable. Mr. Gray quickly stepped forward, trying to defuse the situation “Mr. Mercer, it was indeed inappropriate for Mr. Drake to take unauthorized breaks. It won’t happen again.”

“Why not? It’s my right to take breaks,” Ashton shot back, clearly unwilling to back com

I supported him. “Even if he doesn’t take a break, I need rest too. He still wouldnt be able to work

then.”

Logan’s expression darkened even further. His gaze dropped to my hand, which was still holding Ashton’s. “Ms. Hart, come with me. I need to talk to you.”

into me. But I wasn’t afraid. I had plenty to say to him too

but before I could step away, Ashton grabbed my hand again.

saw the same protective look he’d given me back in Amaty when Synthia’s scheme

me to

my hand gently and told him, “Mr. Mercer can’t hurt me

go. I followed

us, but Logan snapped at him after a

froze, casting me a cautious glance, and stayed

he was leading me, I called out, “Mr. Mercer, if you

Mercer, say whatever you need to say here. I have

I approached, he grabbed my arm, spun me around, and pinned me against the wall.

face, and the features I had admired for ten years loomed uncomfortably close. His nose was

nerve trying to threaten me.”

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refused to flinch. This man, impulsive and easily angered, had kept me walking on eggshells for the past decade. But now, his behavior left a bad taste in my

simply don’t want your impulsiveness to

intently. Finally, he asked, “Are you dating that Drake guy for

I answered truthfully.

“Hah! You’re so protective of him, even holding hands.