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Chapter 66 When I returned to the office, I hesitated before heading to the conference room, feeling a bit uneasy. “Mr. Hanley, today Mr. Patterson he…” “Let me guess, he’s MIA again? Melanie, is Clyde pulling my leg? What does he think this partnership is, a joke?” Hanley was well aware that Clyde ha twice, … Read More “Cage 66” »
Chapter 65 Clyde quickly hung up the phone, a flicker of impatience in his eyes. He gave me an awkward smile and pulled out a ring box from his pocket, revealing our wedding rings. Before he could get a word in, I cut him off. “Clyde, I’ve told you before, I’m not. taking something that … Read More “Cage 65” »
Chapter 64 Kayla was at a loss for words, simply sitting quietly to the side, holding Clyde’s hand. Meanwhile, I was patiently waiting for the lawyer to get everything sorted out. The legal department at Patterson Group was top–notch, so dealing with these kinds of issues was a piece of cake for them.. “Want something … Read More “Cage 64” »
Chapter 63 Lina’s voice almost broke through the phone, her words tumbling out in a rush. “Mel, where are you? Can you get to the police station? The cops took Ms. Scott away and said she was under serious suspicion, something about her old job calling the police on her. People saw it, Mel. It’s … Read More “Cage 63” »
Chapter 62 The folks at Design Department III looked under the weather, but I didn’t let it bother me and returned to my office. It wasn’t long before I got a message from Jade. [Someone’s trying to cozy up to me. It seems these coworkers want to join us but can’t bring themselves to snub … Read More “Cage 62” »
Chapter 61 As I looked at the ring that had been my companion for three years, my throat tightened with emotion. The joy I felt when I first wore it was equal to my sorrow. Clyde could never truly understand how felt, and I had no expectations for him. “Melanie, I’m sorry. I didn’t know … Read More “Cage 61” »
Chapter 60 CD Since Clyde had his lawyer bail Kayla out, and we were now open to settling, it made sense that she could walk free. Seeing the lawyer’s pale face, I couldn’t help but feel sorry for him. Cleaning Clyde’s messes over the years must have been a real pain. But Jade didn’t beat … Read More “Cage 60” »
Chapter 59 Chapter 59 Feeling the cold rush of liquid into my veins and catching the distinct scent of antiseptic, I instantly knew I was in the hospital. Maybe the stress over Jade’s situation had weakened me further. I was prone to nosebleeds and fainting spells lately. No wonder the doctor insisted I needed someone … Read More “Cage 59” »
Chapter 58 When Clyde dropped the bomb, Jade and I were stunned into silence. Landing a gig at Patterson Group’s Design Department wasn’t something one could waltz into. Jade had vented to me before about how she’d bombed the interview not once but twice. But then, for the sake of Kayla, Clyde wasn’t stepping back. … Read More “Cage 58” »
Chapter 57 The cops had all the needed evidence, and Kayla was at a loss for words. After all, the Patterson Group was currently using designs that Jade had created. It was an undeniable fact, supported by Kayla’s previous collaborators, who could vouch for those submitted designs. Kayla wept pitifully in the police station, but … Read More “Cage 57” »