The Day I Kissed An Older Man by Cher the Cherished

'Is it really because the higher-ups couldn't stand Chase anymore and wanted to dismiss him?' Rita could not shake the feeling that there was someone else behind this. "Hey, uh, Uncle, it's me, Chase!" Chase immediately put on a flattering smile as soon as the call connected, making everyone in the room cringe even more.

"I'm calling to ask about my job... Yeah, why am I suddenly being fired? Did something go wrong? Didn't you talk to them? What? Are you kidding me? Ah, I see..."

Chase's voice grew quieter. Everyone could guess from his dejected demeanor what his uncle was saying on the other end of the line.

Lenny was ecstatic. After being suppressed by Chase's uncle for so many years, unable to even dismiss such a useless employee from his department, he could finally let out his pent-up feelings.

"So? What did your uncle say? Did he tell you to quit New Capital Times immediately? Let me tell you the truth: Even if a hundred of your uncles came, they wouldn't be able to save you. You're on your own from now on. But honestly, your writing style isn't suited for journalism. You'd be better off as a paparazzo."

"You jerk! You've let power get to your head," cursed Chase.

"So what if I've let power get to my head? It's still better than being a true scoundrel like you. Hurry up and leave this building. I find your presence here repulsive."

and his whole body trembled. He could not understand how

out this way. Why would his usually reliable uncle insist on him leaving New Capital Times and advise him not to conta them for a while? Without his

how would he

job?

have lost his job? Though Chase did not dare lay a hand on Lenny, it was a different story for Rita, who

her collar, Rita dodged out of

you think you're doing, Chase?" Lenny slammed the table. "Quick! Stop him.

it. Two of them each grab one

me go!

Times if it weren't for you? You're the dirty one here, so how can you blame me for your own wrongdoing? What did I say that was so