One year, one love by Aurora Miller

Chapter 68

At 10 am, the next morning, Leia, who was dressed impeccably from head to toe, arrived at the Hampstone Hotel

The receptionist immediately recognized her. “Ms. Martin, good morning. How can I assist you today?”

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“I have an appointment with Mr. West. Please tell him to meet me in the lobby,” Leia said firmly, her tone leaving no room for argument.

The receptionist quickly picked up the phone and called the general manager’s office for confirmation, then relayed the message. “Ms. Martin, please wait a moment. Mr. West will be here shortly”

Leia was the daughter of the Martin family and the fiancée of Ryan. Given their status, the hotel was more than willing to show some respect.

Soon, Vincent, dressed in a sharp suit, walked over. “Ms. Martin, what a pleasant surprise! It’s rare to see you here. Please, let us bring you a drink.”

“I’ll have a coffee, latte. Make sure Doris brings it to me,” Leia ordered, naming exactly who she wanted to deliver it.

Everyone in the room was taken aback.

Leia was Ryan’s fiancée, while Doris was his ex. Moreover, Doris had been seen in a private meeting with Ryan at the hotel yesterday. Now Leia was here today.

This was so dramatic. Everyone guessed that Leia was here

give Doris a hard time.

Vincent, used to high–pressure situations, kept his smile in place. “Of course, I’ll arrange it.”

He quietly whispered something to his assistant, who then went to carry out the request.

When Doris received the message, she made her way toward her, their gazes sharp and curious.

to

the lobby with the latte. As soon as she entered, all eyes turned

testing testing area. Vincent waved her over when he saw

did Doris realize Leia and Vincent were sitting in the

over here.”

approached and, after Vincent’s prompting, placed the coffee in

I’ll excuse myself to attend to work,” Doris said, starting

“Stop,” Leia barked.

“Ms. Martin, is there something

the coffee

feet, she used the round tray she was holding to block most of the coffee, but some of it still

burned her skin. The scalding liquid felt like tiny flames licking

fury through her. “Doris, you filthy woman!” she screamed, her face flushed

what goes around comes around,” Doris replied

her blood boiling at Doris‘ calmness. Furious, Leia threw her coffee cup at Doris.

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floor, but Doris remained untouched.

blazing, pointed at Doris. “Mr. West, I’m filing a complaint. Your pastry chef, Doris, shamelessly tried to seduce my fiancé, Ryan.”

an eyebrow. “Ms. Martin, do

the table. “And I saw with my own

picked up the photo and glanced at it. It showed several pictures of Doris and Ryan together, but none of them were overly

Ryan was engaged and a top executive at Watson Group. The fact that he had an ex like Doris, coupled with the circumstances, led

eager to add fuel to the fire. “Mr. West, last night I brought wine

do it, but I can barely bring myself to talk about it. As a colleague of Doris, I’m disgusted by her behavior as a mistress who ruins relationships

Doris, a smug smile spreading across her face. This was a deal she’d made with Leia. She’d provide the testimony in

what she had to do as long as it meant getting Doris

that kind of behavior,” Leia said, her voice icy as she

composure. She had nothing to feel guilty about, and not an ounce of fear

her job stirred

while Lily, seizing the

“Mr. West, I completely agree with Ms. Martin’s proposal. Doris‘ shameless behavior has caused serious harm to our hotel’s reputation.

Doris. Announce her dismissal to warn others, so she doesn’t ruin anyone else’s life. She doesn’t deserve

added her own, “Mr. West, as the leader of the hotel, are you going to take

the Martin and Watson Groups will terminate their partnership with your

tried to calm Leia down. “Ms. Martin, please remain patient. I will give you

be waiting right here for your response. My patience is limited, and time is ticking,” Leia said