When Her "Death" Couldn't Break Him (Cecilia and Nathaniel)

Chapter 2010 Sever Ties

"Exactly. You're absolutely right, Ms. Talbot. That's why I feel so terrible now," Heather said, cheeks flushed with shame.

Cecilia stared at her for a long moment before speaking. "You really think a simple apology is going to make up for all the loss you've caused Jamieson Group?"

"Loss? What loss?"

Charlotte stepped forward. "Old Mrs. Escobar, you publicly claimed our boss refused to support you and even accused her of being ungrateful. That lie caused Jamieson Group's stock to tank, and the company suffered losses of at least ten billion. How do you plan on making that up?"

"T-Ten billion? That can't be real," Heather stammered, clearly stunned.

"Why wouldn't it be? If you don't believe us, ask your sons. And if they don't know, talk to a lawyer. Our boss didn't sue you because you're old. But now you're camping outside our building every day. Are you planning to pull something again?"

At the mention of legal action, Heather's face drained of color. Panic took hold. "I wouldn't dare, I swear! I really came just to apologize to Ceci."

and Cecilia exchanged a knowing look. It

you don't want to end up in court or

frowned in confusion. "What

on, you're not allowed to use your past connection to the Smiths to ask for money. If you break this agreement, you'll owe a penalty

Cecilia's orders, meant to stop any future issues. She knew how the Escobar family operated. If she didn't make her position

document. "Ceci, this is like

by blood," Cecilia shot back. "If you don't

Cecilia again, even her own sons wouldn't let

those articles online?" Heather still had

ties either, so she agreed. "All

Heather