My Mommy Became A Billionaire After the Breakup novel Chapter 2

By the time Gideon regained his composure, Athena had already left.

He stared at Byron in disbelief. "Did you see what I saw? Is that amazing girl your lovely secretary?"

Byron remained silent, his face gloomy.

Panic and confusion were evident in his eyes.

He remembered the agreement he had made with Athena long ago.

But he never thought she would actually leave just because he was getting married.

Throughout the years, she had always been obedient and never refused any of his demands.

He couldn't believe she would defy him this time.

“How dare she!”

Byron stood up, ignoring Gideon's chattering, and angrily stormed out.

After submitting her resignation, Amelia was ready to hand over her work immediately.

But as she returned to the secretary's room, Byron followed her inside.

"Is there something else you want to say, Mr. Crawford?" Athena looked at him, devoid of her usual tenderness from before.

Her attitude only darkened Byron's frown.

"Am I not good enough for you? Why would you make a scene like that?" He approached Athena slowly.

Her face paled with each of his steps.

She tried to step back, but he grabbed her wrist and pulled her towards him.

"Mr. Crawford, I have to leave once you're married. That's what we agreed on," she said softly.

He sneered, "So, the villa and all that money aren't enough for you, huh?"

She froze, recalling his words from earlier. He truly believed she would do anything for money.

Nausea washed over her once again. She desperately struggled to break free from this man who had humiliated her. "Let go of me!"

"Don't test me, Athena. I don't have time for games. Just tell me your price." He tightened his grip on her wrist, so tight he might break it.

Even now, he still thought she wanted to end things because he hadn't given her enough money. He couldn't comprehend any other reason. He believed she wouldn't truly leave him if he gave her more.

Athena frowned and stared silently at him. She always knew she was just a replacement for the past five years. All of Byron's affection was meant for someone else. If she allowed herself to be ensnared by that affection, it would only lead to heartbreak.

"Byron, I can’t!" she declared. "My mother died because of a mistress. I refuse to become one too!"

The room fell silent.

Only their breathing could be heard.

Through all his confusion, it finally seemed to reach Byron: she truly wanted to end things with him.

"It's been a while since you last visited your grandma, hasn’t it?” His tone has softened, his anger suppressed. “I'll give you a month off. Take your time to think about things."

With the mention of her grandmother, her whole body stiffened.

His words only made her more determined and resolute.

"I don't need a month. I've made up my mind."

"Athena!"

He could no longer control his temper.

"I’ve kept you around for five years after Freya left. Do you really expect me to just find a replacement anywhere?"

Athena refused to hear his reasons.

"You may not be the most like Freya, but you are the most obedient. That was the only thing you had going for you," he looked at her, returning to his usual cold demeanor. "Now, you've lost your only advantage. Since you've already made up your mind, I'll grant your wish."