When Love Becomes a Cage (Melanie) novel Chapter 207

After Rachel left, the Design Department finally returned to its usual pace of work.

I knew Rachel still wanted to shine in her field, and I’d occasionally throw some minor design tasks her way. She accepted them gladly.

But every time she came in to submit her designs, she looked worn out.

Deep down, I felt guilty. The whole mess with Clyde was never meant to drag her in.

Whenever I tried to apologize, she’d just wave it off.

“It’s fine. I’ve landed a pretty good job now, haven’t I? No need for apologies.”

And so, I’d end up saying nothing.

Just a week later, the HR department buzzed with news again – Rachel had taken over Kayla’s role, becoming the executive assistant.

If Kayla’s promotion had shocked everyone, Rachel’s advancement even had the Pattersons talking.

When Fenton approached me, worry was evident in his eyes.

“Melanie, I’m really sorry. I had no idea things would turn out this way, or I wouldn’t have recommended our senior to join our company. I heard at last night’s business dinner that my brother brought her along…”

“It’s fine. She’s his assistant, it’s normal for her to attend such events with him.”

I kept my gaze fixed on the documents before me, pretending not to care.

This wasn’t the first time Clyde had shown up with Rachel. While he used to be somewhat discreet with Kayla, with Rachel, he was openly treating her like his girlfriend.

Fenton kept apologizing, but I knew it wasn’t his fault.

I wasn’t even sure whom to blame.

Blame Clyde? But he did it all to save me.

It felt like maybe it was just my bad luck.

My workload had increased, keeping me busy every day.

The company was rife with rumors, most thinking Rachel was set to usurp my position, and that I’d be out on the street soon.

Regardless of the gossip, I kept my head down and worked.