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Chapter 128

That really caught me off guard.

But I pressed on, “Jacqueline, I’ve actually quit my job. Plus, I’ve been looking elsewhere and even had an interview today.”

“What? So soon?” She was clearly taken aback.

“Jacqueline, to be honest, from the day Conrad and I decided not to go through with our marriage, I was already preparing to resign,” I told her confidently, without a hint of unease.

“Jacqueline, working in the same company as him, after we’ve split, would just be awkward for both of us. So, even if Conrad didn’t ask me to resign, I planned to leave after the amusement park project was done,” I laid it all out for her.

She shook her head, “You don’t have to do that, Felicia. If it’s awkward, you could transfer to a different branch or department, just to keep some distance from him.”

“Jacqueline, I know you’re worried about me facing hardships out there, but I still want to explore other opportunities,” I made my stance clear.

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Tears welled up in her eyes as she looked at me, and finally, she shook her head, “How could this be? It’s one thing not to be my daughter–in–law, but leaving the company too? Felicia, are you planning to leave us for good?”

Her distressed look truly made my heart heavy, knowing our bond over the years couldn’t just

fade away.

“Jacqueline, I’ll still come to visit you and Mr. Wagner,” I tried to console her.

Hearing this, she cleaned her tears. “Felicia, are you doing this because you’ve got a new boyfriend? Are you worried he’ll mind about your past with Conrad?”

At that, I couldn’t help but laugh. There was nothing between Ernest and me, yet it seemed the whole world thought we were an item.

“Jacqueline, I’m not seeing anyone right now. And even if I were, he wouldn’t have a say in my life decisions. You’re overthinking it,” I explained

“Then promise me you won’t leave the company” She paused before adding, “At the very least, let me be able to reach you and see you whenever I miss you.”

It was the kind of longing a mother feels for her daughter.

But I couldn’t make that promise, only saying, “Jacqueline, even if I leave the company, I’ll still be working locally. You can call me whenever you miss me.”

After I said that, she was silent for a long while. Just when I thought the conversation was over, she added, “Felicia, there’s something I’ve been wanting to say but feared it might upset you.”

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Her words made my heart skip a beat, indicating she was about to propose something difficult or unwelcome.

“Jacqueline, then maybe it’s best not to say it,” I cut her off smoothly.

She seemed surprised by my directness, but then she smiled, “But as your aunt, I still need to speak up, considering it concerns your happiness.”

Typical of the chairman’s wife, always replaceing a tactful way to proceed.

gave a small smile, “Then, please speak.”

“Felicia, your Dustin’s father is thinking about letting Dustin venture out on his own by setting

up a new company. Would you consider helping him?” Her suggestion was subtle, but her intentions were clear.

This wasn’t about helping Dustin; it was about pairing me with him now that things with

Conrad were over.

It reminded me of the saying, “keep it in the family.”

Being the girl they raised, if I wasn’t going to marry the younger son, then why not the elder? They didn’t want me marrying out.

“Mrs. Wagner,” I addressed her firmly, “What position would that put Conrad in if I were to start something with Dustin? How would the they get along after that?”

Her lips quivered, and she finally said, “But, I can’t stand the thought of you leaving our family, leaving my side.”

“In that case, I’d rather be your goddaughter,” I declared my position.

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