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.

coming and specifically

pushed the gift box toward Bill, and Bill's

secretary greeting you with a smile tended to soften

Even Bill could see Clyde's softened stance

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

right after our guests left, Clyde's reprimand filled the air. "Melanie, how could you botch such a simple task? Isn't project design your forte?" "I wasn't aware

his mistakes. Glancing at Kayla's gleaming necklace, I understood. Buying her trinkets had delayed their return.

called you a dozen times, but you didn't pick

my fault. Not only had Bill tried to reach him, but I was sure the Administrative Department

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

didn't you use someone else's phone

let it go. We've got much work back

pulled Clyde away, throwing a triumphant look my

I remained expressionless.

at my sleeve, nodding toward

it. They all knew Clyde's reputation for frequent companions,

phone rang. Jade had arranged a lawyer for me. After a brief handover of work duties, I left the office. Divorce seemed like the only way out to avoid being blamed for everyone else's

I handed over all evidence, including two

plenty of witnesses. If needed,