Chapter 100:

Ah, yes Lilliana asked.

Joshua's voice was flat, his face a mask of indifference. She is your assistant. What could he be hiding from you?

Lilliana's lips curved into a sharp, mocking smile. Who knew what you were up to, Joshua. Let me give you some advice: don't dip your pen in corporate ink. It's a dirty business.

Joshua's patience ran out and his cold eyes narrowed. OK. Since you don't trust me in the slightest, I'll drop everything. I will stay by your side 24 hours a day. What do you think?

Undeterred by his biting tone, Lilliana raised an eyebrow. If you want me to trust you, stop playing. I know you're hiding something and I won't stop digging until I discover all the secrets you're hiding from me.

Joshua's gaze locked onto hers, the tension growing between them.

I knew that She had learned something, rumors that could destroy everything. Alicia was becoming a real threat.

However, the more dangerous the situation was, the more she wanted it; the challenge only fueled the fire in him.

Very well, then, he said with eerie calm. Do what you want. I have work to do.

As he walked away, Lilliana's eyes followed him, suspicion simmering beneath the surface. She snapped her fingers and called her assistant.

How many times have you been here? Lilliana's tone was sharp, loaded with accusation.

The assistant froze under her gaze and trembled. the voice Miss Green, I swear this is my first time here. I lost sight of her earlier and panicked, so I went to Mr. Yates's office.

Lilliana's eyes narrowed, amusement flickering as she watched the assistant squirm anxiously. You really hope someone believes that pathetic lie.

Miss Green, I don't...

A sharp crack cut the air.

Lilliana's hand came out. shot, leaving the assistant staggering from the puncture.

Her cheeks burned and her eyes filled with tears, spilling down her face despite her efforts to hold them back.

< p>Although he had long been accustomed to Lilliana's outbursts, the pain and humiliation stung her and she couldn't help but shake like a frightened child.

Lilliana, undeterred, shook her hand as if dusting herself off, her chin raised. in a gesture of defiant arrogance. Wipe that pathetic expression off your face, he scoffed.

I'm pregnant now and I'm not going to tolerate any little temptress hanging around waiting for an opportunity, especially the ones hovering near me! /p>

The assistant, her voice trembling with frustration, pleaded softly: Miss Green, I don't...

It's a shame you caught me in a bad mood today, Lilliana interrupted her, with a icy, disdainful tone.

With a flick of her wrist, she pulled a wad of bills from her purse and threw it carelessly at the assistant's feet. Take this and keep your mouth shut.

The assistant froze, biting her lip to suppress her humiliation as the money fell to the floor, her pride as bruised as her cheek.

I didn't want to collect the money; The mere thought made his stomach turn. How degrading!

Lilliana's lips curled into a sneer. What's wrong? You've suddenly found a little courage. His eyes flashed with mockery. Or have you conveniently forgotten that your sister is clinging to life in that hospital bed

Her assistant's face turned red, each word tightening the knot of shame and fear around her.

Lilliana, increasingly smug, continued: If it weren't for the generous salary I give you, how exactly would you cover those medical bills? Let's face it, if you can't handle it, quit. You think anyone else would dare to hire you after you walk away from me.

His assistant's eyes glistened with unshed tears, a storm of hate and helplessness swirling beneath the surface, but he didn't dare to let it shine through.

Swallowing the bitter taste in his mouth, he whispered: I'm sorry, Miss Green. It was my mistake.

Lilliana made a dismissive gesture with her hand. Now, get out of my sight.

If you no longer need me, I'll return to the office, the assistant said in a low voice.

After a brief pause to compose herself, she hurried away. hurry, stopping only to splash cold water on her face.

Meanwhile, Shelia had just arrived at the entrance of the company, with a thermos in one hand and the phone in the other.

Engrossed in her telephone conversation, He did not notice the assistant's departure.

The inevitable collision occurred in an instant; The thermos clattered to the floor, spilling soup everywhere.

Shelia's face twisted in irritation. Damn! I've spent more than six hours doing it and now it's completely ruined.

The helper immediately crouched down, feeling guilty...

She hurried to clean up the mess. Joshua's voice was heard on the other end of the phone. What happened

Shelia snorted: The soup spilled. I made it especially for you since you're not feeling well. Honestly, nothing's been going well for me lately.

His tone sharpened. And you heard what I said before Cut ties with Alicia now. I'm tired of seeing her every day. I can't take it anymore.

The assistant's breath caught.

She recognized Shelia as Lilliana's future mother-in-law.

And Alicia…

She was not Joshua's ex-wife. They were not divorced

But the assistant did not dare to insist. When Shelia hung up the phone, she murmured, I'm so sorry, ma'am. I'll pay you for your trouble...

Shelia, already seething with frustration, noticed the slap mark on the shy assistant's cheek. The sight barely fazed her, and money wasn't what she was worried about today, so she turned around and walked away.

The assistant, stunned by the series of unfortunate events, stood motionless.< /p>

A bold idea sprouted silently in her mind, taking root despite her initial doubts.

That same afternoon, once the day's work was finished, Alicia sank into her chair, leafing through nonchalantly news. Her eyes flicked through the headlines until one caught her attention: Joshua had fired all the employees in his office.

Something inside her told her there was more to the story, so she dug deeper. related reports. It didn't take her long to connect the dots.

Just then, Joshua called her to warn her to stay away from the Yates mansion for the moment, claiming that it was a sensitive time.

Alicia barely He was able to contain his excitement, although he maintained a neutral tone and responded with a simple agreement.

Joshua stayed on the line.

His voice softened, transmitting an unusual vulnerability, almost as if seeking comfort. Alicia, he murmured, “I'm very tired.”

Alicia smiled incredulously.

Tired Isn't this exactly what you wanted, she asked, with a voice full of sarcasm.

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There was silence. Joshua, surprised, was left speechless.

In that pause, he felt the weight of nostalgia pressing down on his chest. He longed for the days when she used to greet him warmly after a long, tiring day at work.

But those days were gone.

When she finally spoke again, her voice was louder. calm, almost hesitant. Why don't you say anything.

Alicia pursed her lips, suppressing a laugh.

Oh, I'm just worried, she said, feigning concern. You wouldn't want your fiancée to be suspicious, right.

Of course, it was a lie.

She wasn't afraid of saying too much, she was afraid of bursting into laughter.

Let's end the call, he suggested, his voice light. You said it yourself: it is a delicate moment. Better to be careful.

As soon as he hung up the phone, a mocking thought crept into his mind.

When he had threatened to let those drunks rape her, had he ever stopped? to ask him if he still loved him

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