Chapter Seventy One

"I must address the earlier events today..." Mr. Ethan began, striding towards the mini refrigerator in the corner of his office. He retrieved a bottle of water and poured it into a glass, then drank it down in one gulp.

"...Had I known you were Trevor's ex, I would have avoided any involvement with you, but that is too late now," Mr. Ethan continued, returning to his chair, his legs crossed on the other as he stared at Emma.

"I apologize, sir," Emma lowered her head.

"It is of no consequence. I cannot afford to let you go at this moment, as you have proven to be efficient and valuable to the company and may possess sensitive information," he stated with a cold look, daring her to object. But Emma knew better but to keep quiet and let him talk.

"If you cannot work with Trevor's presence in the company, now is the time to make your decision. I will not tolerate incompetency or excuses," Mr. Ethan's stern tone echoed in the office, sending a shiver down Emma's spine. She nodded in compl