Shattered Illusions: Love, Lies, and Redemption

Chapter 825

Standing before Lizetta wasn't just anyone; it was Andrea Madden, the same Andrea who had been sent abroad months ago. She was dressed in a sleek, understated black and white business suit, her hair tied back in a low ponytail, exuding a newfound aura of peace

and friendliness-a notable departure from the haughty demeanor she once wore like armor.

But when Lizetta returned to the Madden family, Nelson had taken the decision to officially remove Andrea's name from the family records and revert her surname to Gardenia. She was then sent abroad to continue her studies. So, what brought her back so unexpectedly? "Are you unhappy to see me? I just joined the finance department today. We're colleagues now, and I genuinely hope we can get along well..." Andrea extended her hand to Lizetta, her smile radiant and sincere.

Lizetta eyed the offered hand but leaned back in her office chair, making no move to accept it. "You didn't answer my question," she noted.

Andrea's expression faltered, a look of bewilderment crossing her face. "I, I am..."

and this is how you

had already spread about the new finance department hire who arrived at the company in Eartha Porter Madden's car. On her first day, she had treated entire departments to

raised an eyebrow, turning to Andrea.

landed on Andrea's name tag, and

the latte again, offering it. "Yes, let's start over. I'm Andrea. Can I call you Liz? We're both new here, and I feel a special connection. I'd

about the history between Lizetta

was hoping Lizetta would lose her temper, revealing her true colors to everyone and making her own path in the company

accepted the latte and, with a smile, also took Andrea's arm. "Of course, if you're so keen on being friends, let's go outside

a secluded patio, Lizetta finally released her grip. Crossing

her wrist, Andrea

been ousted from the