Chapter 13

Her eyes widened as she read the message:

"Dear Becky,

We regret to inform you that we have decided to let you go, effective immediately. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate the brief time you spent with our team. Unfortunately, your performance and adaptability did not meet our expectations, and we feel it is best to part ways.

Sincerely,

[Management]"

Becky felt like she'd been punched in the gut. She had just started today, and now she was being fired? The timing seemed almost cruel.

She thought about Ellen, wondering if this was somehow connected to her nemesis. The universe seemed to be conspiring against her, and Becky couldn't help but feel like she was running out of options.

Becky's mind racing, she wondered again if William was behind this. She remembered his threat earlier that day to make her resign or he'd let her go. Could he really stoop that low? The more she thought about it, the more she was convinced that he was involved.

Without hesitation, Becky dialed William's number. Her heart pounded in her chest as she waited for him to pick up. When he finally answered, she demanded, "Why did you do that?"

"Do what?" William's voice was calm, almost amused.

"You know exactly what I'm talking about," Becky said, her anger simmering. "The company I just started working at today sent me a notification saying I'm fired. You're the only one who could have done this."

William chuckled. "Oh, that. I have no idea what you're talking about, Becky. Maybe you're just not cut out for the corporate world."

Becky's anger boiled over. "Don't play dumb with me, William. I know you're behind this. You've been threatening me since we divorced. What can I do about it?"

There was a pause on the other end of the line. For a moment, Becky thought William might actually deny it.

But then, his tone changed. "You should have listened to me when I warned you, Becky. I told you to resign, but you didn't. Now, you're paying the price. Let this be a lesson to you. I don't want you anywhere near my company or any company I own. I want you completely out of my life."

Becky felt a chill run down her spine. "You're ruthless, William. You really are willing to go this far just to get rid of me?"

"I'm just protecting my interests," William replied, his voice cold. "You've been a thorn in my side for far too long, Becky. It's time for you to move on. And if you don't, I'll make sure you're ruined professionally. You won't find a job anywhere if I have anything to say about it."

Becky's anger turned to desperation. What could she do against someone with William's power and influence? She felt trapped, with no way out. "Is this really worth it, William? Can't you just leave me alone?"

"I'm not done with you yet, Becky," William said, his voice dripping with malice. "You've been a constant reminder of my past mistakes. And now, it's time for you to pay for those mistakes. Don't bother trying to contact me or my companies. You're done."

With that, the line went dead. Becky was left staring at her phone, feeling defeated and helpless. What was she going to do now?