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.

flashed Bill a sweet smile. "Mr. Jenkins, you know what? Mr. Patterson heard you were coming and specifically had me pick up a gift

Bill, and Bill's expression softened

might not be the most socially adept, but a young, attractive secretary greeting you with a smile tended to soften even the most

could see Clyde's softened stance toward her. She also brought fruits

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

such a simple task? Isn't project design

I understood. Buying her trinkets

wasn't willing to play that role. "Mr. Jenkins called you a dozen times, but you

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

company project couldn't possibly weigh more than her

glared at me fiercely. "Then why didn't you use someone else's

arm. "Clyde, let it go. We've got much work back

Clyde away, throwing a triumphant

I remained expressionless.

at my sleeve,

colleagues had been eavesdropping, scattering only when our eyes met. But I was used to it. They all knew Clyde's reputation for frequent companions, though Ke'd never brought them to the office. This time, it

handover of work duties, I left

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

plenty of witnesses. If needed, I can