No More Waiting, She Chooses Love

Chapter 183



"What's up?" Conrad's voice, chill and boss-like, cut through the tension, the undeniable vibe of a CEO. Gone was the playful banter between us. They say women are fickle, but men are no different.

The head of security, pale and trembling, quickly scrambled over to report the situation. Conrad listened, his gaze eventually landing on Ernest. "So, this mess is due to Mr. Collins' personal vendetta?"

I knew right then that Conrad was itching to take this out on Ernest.

Ernest didn't bite, but Conrad's lips twisted in a mocking smile. "Mr. Collins, hmm?"

"Yes, that's right," Ernest admitted, undeterred.

the pieces of something that had been shattered.

Ernest clearly caught

word from me would only fan the flames. If it weren't for me, Conrad wouldn't be making a mountain out of this molehill with Ernest. In fact, given his nature, he'd usually back Ernest up. After all, this was a ruckus

you don't kick a dog without looking at its owner. Today's blatant disregard was, plainly

aside, wiping his hands as if to rid himself of dirt. "Mr. Collins, since you have personal matters to attend to, I think you should focus on those. In the meantime, let Mr. Wagner

was stunned.

essentially sidelining Ernest's role.

end and

difference. So, in a way, Conrad's move was a classic case of discarding someone once their usefulness had ended. All of a sudden, it hit me - what if Conrad set up that

have no right to decide whether I stay or

Let's see about that." He reached for his phone, obviously intending

Don't you think that's a bit hasty? And..." I paused for a beat. "Even though the light show is almost ready and could