The One He Dismissed Became The One He Died For novel Chapter 127

Claire clenched her fingers, though her face remained perfectly composed.

"It's a billion dollars. Even if you drove me to my grave, I couldn't plug a hole that massive."

"What kind of project did you invest in to get scammed so badly? Look into getting the money back first."

George's expression darkened. "A medical research project. The broker was the daughter of the director at Central General Hospital! With connections like that, how could it possibly..."

Claire cut him off. "Vivian?"

"Yes, her! How did you know?"

A mocking light flickered in Claire's eyes. "You got played. That entire investment was a trap she laid out specifically for you."

George's pupils shrank.

She explained, "Vivian likes Miles, and she sees me as a thorn in her side. She wanted to destroy me, so she targeted your company."

"You... this is all because of you, you damn jinx!"

George raised his hand to slap her.

Claire stood her ground. Not only did she not dodge, but she imperceptibly leaned in slightly.

She tilted her head, letting the fierce, heavy slap scrape across her jaw and graze her neck, leaving a shocking red welt.

The fat on George's face trembled with rage.

She slowly turned her head back. "This exact pathetic state we're in right now is exactly what Vivian wants to see."

"She's already slept with Miles. My position is precarious enough as it is. If you go to him and spout your nonsense, we will truly lose everything."

George panted heavily. "Then what the hell are we supposed to do?"

"I'll figure something out with Miles." Claire sighed. "I just never expected Vivian's schemes to be so flawless. She caught us all in her trap."

"Flawless? Heh, arrogant brat!" George clenched his fists, a sinister glare in his eyes.

"If she backs me into a corner, I'll ruin her entirely!"

Claire stared at him, her gaze darkening.

-

At Grandview Heights.

Claire finished her shower and slipped into a loose, silk slip dress.

She picked up her phone, flipped the camera, and snapped a selfie.

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