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.

a sweet smile. "Mr. Jenkins, you know what? Mr. Patterson heard you were coming and specifically had me pick up a gift for you. He mentioned you lost a diamond from your pen last

gift box toward Bill, and Bill's expression softened after

attractive secretary greeting

Even Bill could see Clyde's softened stance toward her. She also brought fruits and drinks, acting every bit the

our project. The meeting ended with

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

blame others for his mistakes. Glancing at Kayla's gleaming necklace, I understood. Buying her trinkets had delayed their return. He couldn't fault Kayla, so

role. "Mr. Jenkins called you a dozen times, but you didn't pick up. That's not

to reach him, but I was sure

answer clear. A company project couldn't possibly

why didn't you use someone else's

let it go. We've

pulled Clyde away, throwing a triumphant look

I remained expressionless.

Lina tugged at my

only when our eyes met. But I was used to it. They all knew Clyde's reputation

work duties, I left the office. Divorce

the lawyer, I handed over all evidence, including two police reports and photos of Clyde with various

of witnesses. If