He Never Loved Me Until the Day I Finally Left Him novel Chapter 878

The television remained on, broadcasting the evening news.

When the anchor mentioned The Hayes Corporation, Helena's eyelids fluttered.

She sat up slightly, watching the screen in silence.

Sebastian's tall, refined figure appeared on the broadcast.

He was completely surrounded by reporters.

It was a live press conference at The Hayes Corporation.

Sebastian looked incredibly calm, acting as though the raging corporate storm had absolutely nothing to do with him.

He sat down with effortless grace.

He stared quietly at the sea of flashing cameras and delivered his statement with sharp precision.

"The failure of our partnership with IGM has caused a catastrophic drop in our stock value. I bear full responsibility."

"I will resign as CEO of The Hayes Corporation, effective immediately, to set a precedent for accountability."

His statement was concise. An apology, a resignation—zero hesitation.

Helena knew this was the smartest way to stop the bleeding for the Hayes family.

But she hadn't expected him to be so brutally decisive.

He didn't even put up a fight. It caught her off guard, making her feel as though things were suddenly spiraling out of her control.

She couldn't explain it, but a primal instinct flared to life.

She knew Sebastian was planning something massive.

She just couldn't figure out what it was.

Given the circumstances, she simply watched the screen, betraying no outward reaction.

Suddenly, her secretary knocked frantically and practically bolted into the office.

Helena frowned at her. "What's wrong? Why the rush?"

"Ms. Wallace, the police are waiting for you outside. They're officers from Riverton," the secretary blurted out, visibly stunned.

Helena didn't bat an eyelash.

Her casual introduction felt entirely too loaded, like a double entendre.

The Riverton officers quickly regained their professional composure and approached her.

"Ms. Wallace, Janetta Ramirez has formally sued you, alleging that you attempted to murder her years ago. She also accuses you of faking your own death to evade legal punishment," the lead officer recited formally. "We have conducted a new DNA test that confirms you are indeed the original Helena Wallace. Therefore, we must ask you to return to Riverton with us for questioning."

The officers were exceptionally polite throughout the entire delivery.

They stopped speaking, waiting patiently for her answer.

Right at that moment, Julian strode into the lobby, surprising everyone in the room.

"I need a moment with my wife. Would you all mind stepping outside for a minute?" Julian requested politely, though his commanding tone left no room for argument.

"Of course." The officers nodded, willing to accommodate him.

The police and the secretary quickly exited the room. In an instant, only Julian and Helena were left in the small conference area.

"Helena, you stay here in Coralia. I'll handle this," Julian said bluntly.

Helena looked at him with absolute calm. "We're at the very last step. Are you really going to deny me the chance to watch Janetta's destruction with my own eyes?"