When Love Becomes a Cage by Nora

Chapter 35

Chapter 35



The coffee cup shattered into pieces, splattering shards that nicked my calf.

Lina gasped from the side while Bill paused, stunned. I knew Bill was angry, but not out to get me.

Then, Clyde burst through the door.

Kayla gave me a disdainful look and deliberately touched the diamond necklace around her neck.

Clyde's face was a storm cloud as his gaze bore into me. "Told you to chat with Mr. Jenkins about the plan, and you can't even manage that?"

He then turned to Lina. "What are you waiting for? Go fetch the first-aid kit."

I stopped Lina, opting for a quick dab with some tissues. "It's nothing, just a minor issue. Let's focus on the project."

Family embarrassments should stay behind closed doors. Clinching the deal was paramount.

At least to me, the cut didn't hurt one bit.

heard you were coming and specifically had me pick up a gift for you. He mentioned you lost a diamond from your pen last time. It

toward Bill, and

young, attractive secretary greeting

considering she was Clyde's darling? Even Bill could see Clyde's softened stance toward her. She also brought fruits and drinks, acting every

glances my way, but I focused on introducing our project. The meeting ended with everyone satisfied, and I let

guests left, Clyde's reprimand filled the air. "Melanie, how could you botch such a simple task? Isn't project design your

Clyde never used to blame others for his mistakes. Glancing at Kayla's gleaming necklace, I understood. Buying her trinkets had delayed their return.

to play that role. "Mr. Jenkins called you a dozen

Bill tried to reach him, but I was sure the Administrative Department had as well.

Kayla, the answer clear. A company project couldn't possibly weigh more than her tens of thousands worth of jewelry, could

use someone

him angry, Kayla quickly tugged at his arm. "Clyde, let

throwing a

I remained expressionless.

Lina tugged at my sleeve, nodding

I was used to it. They all knew Clyde's reputation for frequent companions, though

lawyer for me. After a brief handover of work duties, I

two

have plenty of witnesses. If needed, I can access