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

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

and I saw the same protective look he’d given

to

I didn’t need protection now. I withdrew my hand gently and

hesitated but finally let me go. I followed

snapped at him after a few steps, “This doesn’t

cautious glance, and stayed behind.

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

didn’t stop, but I did. “Mr. Mercer, say whatever you need to say here.

I approached, he

icy breath fanned my face, and the features I had admired for ten years loomed uncomfortably close. His nose was almost touching

nerve trying to threaten

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flinch. This man, impulsive and easily angered, had kept me walking on eggshells for the past decade. But now,

gaze fearlessly. “I simply don’t want your

Finally, he asked, “Are

answered

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