Dumping My Fiancé For His Uncle

Thea glanced at the man who had spoken, surprised.

Darwin introduced him and said, "This is Marcus Compton, the chairman of Chilworthy Enterprise,"

Thea bit her lip. "Mr. Compton, you're mistaken. I was responsible for managing the data, but I didn't sell it. The leak was due to my poor oversight, not Mr. Hendrix's fault."

Nicolas's expression softened. He looked up at her and said, "I brought you here to tell you two things. First, the disciplinary file on you from headquarters is confidential. As for the rumors that everyone in the company has a copy, you should investigate that yourself. "Second, after giving it some thought, I've decided to suspend you temporarily. Can you accept that?"

Thea was taken aback, feeling a lump in her throat. It wasn't because she felt wronged; it was that she hadn't expected Nicolas to remain calm and not make things unbearable for her out of anger.

"Thank you, Mr. Hendrix," she said earnestly.

Nicolas then gestured toward Marcus. "The buyer's right here. If you have more questions, you can ask him directly."

Marcus's eyes widened slightly. "Why ask me? I don't know anything. My people handled it. I just know the information was sold to me, and why wouldn't I take it?"

He flashed a mischievous grin at Nicolas. "It's rare to see you take a hit. I couldn't

pass up the chance."

Regaining her composure, Thea sat down next to Marcus and gave a small smile. "Mr. Compton, maybe you don't know the details, but you must know which of your people contacted the person pretending to be me." Marcus raised an eyebrow, his eyes glinting with amusement. "I'm no fool Why should I tell you anything when there's no

benefit for me?"

Thea's smile faded, and she said calmly but firmly, "I don't care. Worst case, I go to jail. But before that, I'll make sure to tell the media that you hooked up with me to get secrets from Avon Ventures. After getting what you wanted, you disappeared. "As far as everyone else is concerned, I'm already the one who leaked the data. If I say you were the buyer, who do you think they'll believe? Helping me clear my name helps you as well. Exposing the real culprit would prove you weren't involved. Marcus stood abruptly, laughing in frustration. He pointed at Nicolas. "I really thought you invited me out for a drink. Turns out you and your subordinate were setting me up."

Nicolas remained calm, his lips curling into a slight smile. "She just saved you from more risk, didn't she?"

Marcus angrily threw down his business card and stormed out, still muttering curses under his breath.

Thea was in high spirits, even waving Marcus off with a sly grin,

Watching her, Nicolas couldn't help but be amused. "You provoked Marcus in my name. Do you think I won't be upset?" he asked, raising an eyebrow

Holding Marcus's business card like a prized possession, Thea shook her head seriously. "From the moment I walked in and saw the look in your eyes, I knew you believed me. I'm not sure why maybe because you value my work. But I won't let you down." Nicolas's expression softened, and he said with a half smile, "If that idiot Jake had really married you, I might have actually thought better of him. With that, he got up and left.

Even though Thea was suspended temporarily, she returned to the company once to collect her things from the office. But when she arrived, she was shocked to find her belongings scattered outside, her former office completely changed. The once simple and professional fancy but cheap in every corner. The nameplate on the desk now read - Madelyn Terell, Deputy Manager.

Just as she was taking it all in, someone bumped into her shoulder hard. "You've got some nerve showing up here," the person spat, rolling their eyes. "Do you realize we've all been stuck working overtime because of you? I don't know how yo can be so thick-skinned" Before Thea could respond, Madelyn's soft voice came from behind. "Don't be so harsh on her," she said, making her way through the crowd like a celebrity.

"Thea is probably feeling awful right now. I'm sure she regrets everything. Let's not make it harder for her, she added. People immediately chimed in, telling Madelyn she was too kind.

Feigning consideration, Madelyn added, Tm the deputy manager now, and I'm willing to give you a chance, Thea. You can stay on as my assistant. I won't hold a grudge."

Thea let out a cold laugh as she bent down to pick up her things. Don't celebrate too soon, Madelyn. Just because you clawed your way into this position with dirty tricks doesn't mean it's yours to keep.

Mark my words - within a month, you'll be out of this office. Maybe I won't be deputy manager, but it definitely won't you.

She paused, her voice calm but sharp. "Oh, and it seems you don't know yet, but headquarters issued a new rule yesterday. There'll be performance evaluations every two weeks, and the top three will compete for the deputy manager position."

Thea had learned this from Darwin the day before. She didn't know why the rules had changed, but the look of discomfort on Madelyn's face made Thea feel much better.

The crowd that had been sucking up to Madelyn now eyed her with a new, more calculating gaze. Madelyn narrowed her eyes, and tears began to well up as if she had just endured some terrible injustice.

Hearing the commotion, Jake rushed over and subtly positioned himself in front of Madelyn, shielding her.

"That's enough, Thea," he said, sounding exhausted and defeated Tknow you're upset, but don't take it out on her. We need to talk properly."

Thea ignored him and turned to leave.

Jake quickly stepped in front of her, his voice rising with frustration "Do you realize how much I've been-running around trying to clean up your mess? If you keep this up, don't think I won't actually sue you" Thea sensed how reckless Jake might become in his current state, and with a glance at her watch, she said, "Fine. You've got five minutes."

In the meeting room, as soon as the door closed, Jake wasted no time. "I tried to keep everything under wraps, found out. She was ready to go to the Rowland family and cancel the wedding. I had to talk her down. but my mom

"And at the company, most people are pushing to report you to the police. I've been working overtime trying to calm them down. After all that, the first thing you do when you come back stir up more trouble, huh? Thea let out a cold chuckle. "Don't make it sound like you've gone out of your way for me, Jake

He looked genuinely surprised. "Isn't that exactly what I've been doing?"

Then retorted, "If you really wanted to help me, you'd start by investigating what actually happened. I told you I didn't do this. Did you even believe me?

Jake's expression shifted, disappointment clouding his eyes.

But he didn't respond with anger. Instead, he sat across from Thea, his voice lowering as he said with a serious tone, Thea, I'll protect you. I promise I'll take care of this. I know you made a mistake, but since I've chosen you as my future wife, I'll take responsibility" He paused before continuing. "Resigning is in your best interest, I've already spoken to Uncle Nicolas. As long as you resign and let Madelyn take the deputy manager role. I won't press charges. This way, you can focus on becoming Mrs. Hendrix."