The Jilted Heiress' Return To The High Life

The Betrayed Heiress' Return to Elegance 35

Chapter 35 Resignation

Suddenly, the room fell silent, as if a chill had settled over everything

Corrine's gaze sharpened as she turned to Bruce. "Wasn't the message from Miss Brooks clear? I can repeat it if you want to."

"You!" Bruce's face stiffened as he gripped the chair tightly. He snapped, "Keep our personal conflicts out of this. If it weren't for your meddling, Miss Brooks wouldn't even know. Moreover, do you really think she'd withdraw her investment over a personal dispute?"

Corrine reclined slightly, the corners of her mouth twitching into a faint, mocking smile as she absorbed

Bruce's outburst.

Her meddling? Was that his view of her?

Displeasure was evident on the faces of those around her.

Your dispute with Bruce is a private affair. As someone who understands responsibility, it's essential to prioritize our business goals. How could this issue

background or experience- and now one woman seems to have manipulated you all. I'm curious to see how you plan to fix this

manage to sway Miss Brooks to leave using mere words, one can only wonder what tactics she might deploy to dissuade

accusations, Corrine felt

truth that all her hard work had been

frustration evident, demanded her

should I take the blame for your mistakes? As the company's leader, your personal reputation

echoed through the room, leaving

such boldness from Corrine, known for her grace and composure, as

questioned Bruce's abilities and

embarrassed him in front

in anger, his brows knitting together as his gaze fixed on

His voice seethed through clenched teeth, barely containing his

Your job is to fulfill