Lahat ng Kabanata ng Kicking Him to the Curb: Kabanata 601 - Kabanata 610

Aspen looked up with a calm expression. "I see. It seems like Colin really can't sit still anymore."Riley continued, "Fuller Group's cash flow is already under strain. Multiple projects are showing losses, and Colin is scrambling to raise funds to stabilize the situation."A slight smile played at the corner of Aspen's mouth. "Raise funds? How much could he possibly raise? He has already squandered Fuller Group's resources.""Ms. Nicholls, what should we do next?" Riley asked.Aspen's eyes narrowed with interest. "Just continue according to plan. Let Colin's financial hole grow bigger and bigger until it completely crushes him.""Yes, Ms. Nicholls," Riley replied, his eyes also filled with anticipation.Aspen then looked at Riley, her tone carrying deeper meaning as she said, "Riley, thank you for all your hard work during this time. I'll need you to keep monitoring the situation at Fuller Group."Riley quickly responded, "You're too kind, Ms. Nicholls. This is what I should be

Colin tapped his fingers lightly on the desk, pondering for a moment before slowly nodding. "You make a good point. Those veteran employees at Nicholls Group are indeed rather set in their ways and difficult to manage."He looked at Riley before saying in a determined tone, "Let's start with them, then. Draft a layoff list, prioritizing employees with long tenure, lower positions, and poor compliance with management."Riley was delighted inside but maintained his respectful demeanor. "Very wise, Mr. Fuller. I'll get right on it."Colin waved his hand, indicating that Riley could leave.After Riley left the office, Colin exhaustedly slumped back in his chair and rubbed his temples. Layoffs and asset sales felt like cutting away his own flesh. But he knew that he had to steel himself to preserve Fuller Group's foundation.Afterward, rumors of layoffs spread rapidly within Nicholls Group, creating widespread anxiety. Veteran employees who had worked there for years felt particularly

The atmosphere in the coffee shop was heavy and somber. Several tables had been pushed together, with about a dozen people seated around them. They were the recently laid-off employees from Nicholls Group's tech department."I never thought the company would just collapse like that," Danny said, breaking the silence with a tone full of disappointment."Yeah, they were talking big about revitalizing Nicholls Group just days ago. Look how quickly things changed," another person chimed in with a sigh."It's all Fuller Group's doing. The company's been a mess ever since they showed up," someone said indignantly."Shh, keep it down. You can't say things like that out loud," Bob warned in a low voice with his brow furrowed."It's too late for talk now. We should focus on figuring out what to do next.""What else can we do other than look for other jobs?" someone replied with bitter sarcasm and resignation. "But with the current market, it's not exactly easy to find something suitable."

Aren looked at Aspen tenderly and said resolutely, "Don't worry, Pen. Everything's under control. Fuller Group won't be able to turn things around."I've already taken action. Just sit back and enjoy the show," Aren said with a hint of mystery.Seeing Aren's confident demeanor, Aspen's worries eased somewhat.The next morning, back in her office, Aspen looked at her phone and smiled slightly as warmth spread through her chest. Aren's words from dinner the night before still echoed in her mind. His actions were always so timely and thoughtful.She set down her phone and instructed Alexa, "Keep a close eye on Fuller Group's movements, especially their finances.""Understood, Ms. Nicholls," Alexa immediately replied.Aspen stood up and walked to the floor-to-ceiling window, gazing down at the city's landscape. Though her eyes were sharp and alert, she felt more at ease.Aren's help was certainly a tremendous advantage, but the path of revenge was ultimately one she had to walk hers

Just as the office atmosphere was growing tense, a commotion erupted at the company entrance.Someone shouted, "Mr. Fuller's back! Ms. Nicholls is with him!"Hearing this, Gwyneth immediately rushed to the front entrance. Sure enough, Colin and Aspen walked in side by side, chatting and laughing together. They were clearly in good spirits.Gwyneth was livid. She charged forward and blocked their path."Colin! Where have you been? Why didn't you answer your phone?" Gwyneth demanded in an accusatory tone.Colin frowned and glanced at Gwyneth coldly. "Do I need to report my whereabouts to you?"Gwyneth was stunned into silence by Colin's retort, her face flushing red with increased anger.She turned to Aspen, her tone sharp and bitter. "Aspen, you're really something else. Even during work hours, you're out seducing someone else's boyfriend. How shameless!"Aspen remained composed, as if she hadn't heard Gwyneth's accusations.Colin's expression darkened, and he was displeased as