The Day I Quit Him (Autumn and Mars) novel Chapter 99

**Chasing Light, Finding Peace** – by Rohan Verma

“Why are you trying to take what’s Autumn’s?”

Deep within his heart, Mars was acutely aware that Cloudbreak Corporation still relied heavily on Autumn. Her departure was merely a temporary pause, a brief intermission in the grand play of their lives. He had no doubt that when the company truly needed her expertise, she would inevitably return to her rightful place.

After all, Autumn’s absence was solely due to the baby; she hadn’t formally resigned.

Yet, a nagging thought crept into his mind: what if Lydia’s reckless actions stirred doubt in Autumn’s heart?

Autumn remained his wife, a title that carried weight and consequence. If he were to dismiss her so callously, what would the world think of him?

And how would they perceive his relationship with Lydia?

Was Lydia incapable of exercising even a modicum of common sense? Why did she persist in her selfish ways?

Mars recalled the incident with the alarm clock, a moment of impulsivity that he now regretted deeply. He had foolishly promised Lydia a position in the company, fully aware that she was ill-equipped for such responsibilities. He had given her chance after chance, and now he was left to wonder if that was a grave mistake.

The last blunder she had committed was monumental. If she dared to pull another stunt, Mars was uncertain if he could clean up the mess that would ensue.

Lydia had not anticipated Mars confronting her so directly once he uncovered the truth.

Her instinct was to adopt a cute demeanor, to pout and play the victim, but with so many executives in the vicinity, she felt restrained.

“The chief secretary is supposed to work in the chief secretary’s office. I didn’t realize I was meant to leave my sister’s office untouched,” Lydia retorted, her tone laced with faux innocence.

Her voice took on a wounded quality. “Besides, some of her things were already packed when I arrived. I wasn’t the one who did all of it.”

Mars scowled at her flimsy excuse. “That doesn’t give you the right to just move her belongings. You should have at least waited to discuss it with her.”

From her corner, Autumn observed Mars feigning support for her, her expression utterly devoid of emotion.

She understood him all too well.

His actions stemmed from guilt and a desire to keep her content. If it weren’t for that, his selfish nature would have led him to defend his precious mistress without a second thought.

He had never truly stood up for her.

If this man had even an ounce of love for her, he would never have cheated, nor would he have used her as a vessel to bear a child for him and Lydia.

“I…” Lydia hesitated, wanting to argue, but Mars had already moved beyond the topic.

He shot her a disapproving glance, lightly chastising her. “Alright, you didn’t mean it. Just remember to think before you act next time. Now that you’re going to be working at the company, you need to be more cautious. You can’t afford to make this kind of mistake again.”

“Once you step into the professional world, people won’t be as forgiving or genuine as your sister and I have been,” he continued. “If you create chaos out there, there won’t be anyone to rescue you.”

With that, Mars walked over and gently patted Lydia’s head. “We’ll let it slide this time since you’re new to this. Just apologize to your sister, and we’ll call it even. She’s generous; she won’t hold it against you.”

“I’m sorry, sister,” Lydia said, her tone cooperative, though her insides were boiling with resentment.

If Autumn still harbored any feelings for Mars, that display of mock camaraderie would have turned her stomach.

But now, with love extinguished, witnessing Mars and Lydia’s charade was nothing short of pathetic—like watching two clowns vying for attention.

In front of everyone, they brazenly exchanged glances, as if they believed the world was oblivious to their deceit.

“It’s fine,” Autumn replied coolly, her voice barely above a whisper.

With those two icy words, she strode purposefully into her office.

Mars cast Lydia a reassuring glance before turning on his heel to follow Autumn.

………..

As Autumn walked away, she heard the footsteps trailing behind her but chose not to look back. Instead, she found a cardboard box and began methodically packing her belongings.

Mars approached and seized her wrist, but she effortlessly shook him off.

Stunned, Mars suddenly grasped the gravity of the shift in Autumn’s demeanor towards him.

“Autumn, are you still upset?”

After a moment of contemplation, Mars concluded that his previous actions had wounded her deeply, explaining her current resistance.

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