When Love Breaks by Jack

Chapter 5

Jane, coffee.” Around two, my assistant Linda knocked and entered, placing a cup of coffee on my desk.

I smiled. “Thanks.”

She saw me working on the design drafts, puzzled. “Jane, how can you stay calm enough to design? I heard the new boss didn’t even go through a proper interview process. She just took the director’s position. Aren’t you mad?”

I chuckled wryly, unsure of what to say.

‘Mad? Of course, I’m mad. But it isn’t something I can discuss with a subordinate.’ I thought.

“Everyone, listen up.” Outside the office, a commotion arose as Kevin gathered everyone together.

Through the glass, the scene in the public office area was clear as day.

In a custom-tailored dark suit, Bryant stood with his hands in his pockets, exuding an air of aloof nobility just by being there. Beside him, Margaret, who was poised and confident, glanced at Bryant with a subdued expression as if seeking help.

He frowned slightly, showing signs of impatience, but still indulged her.

In a calm voice, he introduced her, “This is Margaret Ferguson, the new head of the Design Department. I hope everyone will cooperate with her.”

looked at him with disdain. “Why

with a chill and friendly grin, she turned to everyone and said, “Don’t mind it. I’m easy to talk to and won’t be stirring things up just because I’m new. Feel free

her,

couldn’t hold back, making a face. “Oh come on, talk about

was already feeling out of sorts, but hearing her tone,

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Chapter 6

Chapter 6

Outside

was escorting Margaret to the

on, what’s there to worry about? With that scowl of yours, who’d dare approach. me?” Margaret playfully nudged Bryant, her tone teasing with fake affection,

I

took a sip of my coffee, which

it over to taste it and said, “It’s not bitter. I even added

Knock.

shooed Bryant out, and Bryant turned, heading

intently, wishing I could see through to

cup,” Linda said, seizing the opportunity

behind him, and explained calmly, “It’s her first job. She was a bit nervous and asked