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.

in the latest from the Lauren collection and sporting somewhat over-the-top luxury jewels, Kayla flashed Bill 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 time. It is the newest model,

Bill, and Bill's

young, attractive secretary greeting you with a smile tended to soften even the most hardened

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

our project. The meeting ended with

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

at Kayla's gleaming necklace, I understood. Buying her trinkets had delayed their return. He couldn't fault Kayla,

"Mr. Jenkins called you a dozen times, but

wasn't my fault. Not only had Bill tried to reach him, but I was

couldn't possibly weigh more

didn't you use

at his arm. "Clyde, let it go. We've got

Clyde away, throwing a triumphant look

I remained expressionless.

my sleeve, nodding

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

work duties, I left the office. Divorce seemed like the

two

witnesses. If needed, I can access office