Tommy stood behind Nathaniel.
"Yes, Mr. Nicholls. What's your order?"
"Investigate who's been spreading rumors about Mavis. Warn them according to company policy. If it's serious, have them submit their resignation."
"On it!" Tommy responded, clearly relieved.
He had wanted to inform Nathaniel about the rumors for some time, but the right moment never seemed to come.
Nathaniel might still be unaware of the situation if he had not decided to visit the cafeteria today.
…
Nathaniel sat at his desk, his brows furrowed in frustration.
He lit a cigarette, inhaling deeply.
Reflecting on his recent actions, he felt like a jerk.
He had originally moved Mavis to his side to protect her from rumors and make her work environment more pleasant. Yet, his recent coldness had only worsened the situation, leaving Mavis to endure increased bullying.
He finally realized why she had seemed so down lately and why her eyes often tinged with sadness.
Nathaniel walked to the window and peeked through the blinds.
He saw Mavis slumped over her desk, looking drained.
The green sweater that had caused their morning argument was gone.
He regretted their fight.
Perhaps he was… too fixated on the past.
He knew Sheena would never be his anymore, but he was trapped in memories of a decade ago.
Maybe it was time to truly let go and embrace new people and new experiences.
'Nathaniel, you've done it. I'm starting to hate you…'
Her cold words from that morning echoed in his mind.
He could picture her teary, red-rimmed eyes, filled with hurt.
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The readers' comments on the novel: Wait, She’s a Billionaire (Sheena Lawson)
The novel is too abusive it spoils the joy of reading it. I hate the punishment part between sheena and Eliot....