“What?” Julian’s voice instantly rose, filled with shock and disbelief: “She resigned? When did she resign? Why didn’t I know?”
Under Julian’s relentless questioning, the Deputy CEO had no choice but to slowly explain: “Three days ago, Miss July suddenly submitted her resignation, saying she was returning home. I thought it was your instruction, Mr. Winthorpe.”
Everyone at the company thought I was Julian’s girlfriend, soon to be Mrs. Winthorpe, so they were all very polite to me and didn’t obstruct anything I wanted to do. Julian hadn’t had a chance to say anything more when someone else spoke from the side.
“Going home? Humph, she certainly ran fast!” Olivia Reed’s voice suddenly cut in, laced with a hint of triumph and disdain.
“Why are you here?” Julian frowned, seemingly not wanting Olivia to know too much.
“What? Afraid I’ll interrupt your reunion with your darling?” Olivia’s tone was sharp, thick with jealousy.
“Stop talking nonsense. Do you need something? If not, leave now. Don’t interrupt my important business!”
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Hearing Julian’s words, Olivia was about to flare up, but then the assistant’s phone rang, bringing an even more shocking piece of
news.
“Mr. Winthorpe, we’ve found… news of Miss July’s mother.”
“Oh? Where is she?” Julian asked eagerly, a sense of unease bubbling within him.
“She… she passed away a short while ago,” the assistant said with difficulty, his voice low. “Please accept our condolences.”
“What?” Julian felt a sudden wave of dizziness, as if he’d been struck over the head, leaving him disoriented. He couldn’t believe
his ears, and carefully confirmed again: “What did you say? Say it again.”
