Resign with Grace Return with Fire novel Chapter 16

Chapter 16

“Fred, I just wanted us to get back together. Did you really have to make such a scene?” Sandra demanded.

I couldn’t even be bothered to look at her. I said coldly, “I already told you that there’s no way we’re getting back together.”

Sandra seethed, her voice pitching higher. “Is this because of Lester? You’re not a kid anymore, so why are you competing with some young guy like him? I’ve told you that I only look out for him because of his father. Why do you have to be so aggressive and hostile?”

Lester looked smug as he fanned the flames. “Fred, maybe take it down a notch. You really crossed the line this time. If I were you, I definitely wouldn’t piss Ms. Wendell off like that.”

It was funny. Had he forgotten that Sandra’s company had ended up the way it was entirely because of him?

I said evenly, “Since you feel so sorry for Sandra, you two should just be together.”

Sandra flushed in anger. “Do you think I won’t, Fred?”

She grabbed Lester’s hand and laced her fingers with his. “Fine, then. Have it your way. From now on, Lester is my boyfriend! As for you, Fred, you’re not getting away with pissing me off. I want you to realize that leaving me is the worst decision you’ve ever made. Don’t come crying to me about regretting this!”

I couldn’t help sneering inwardly.

Regret? Not a chance.

On the contrary, leaving Sandra was my true salvation. I could finally be myself and live for myself.

I turned and walked away without saying another word or taking another look back.

After that, I stopped paying attention to Sandra and Lester. I threw myself into my work, doing everything I could to maximize my value.

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