Xena flinched instinctively, her eyes widening with fear as she looked at Zac.“Mr. Lincoln, I understand.”Her hand brushed over her stomach. She could not reveal her pregnancy yet. Knowing Zac’s temperament, if he found out now, he would force her to get rid of it. She had to wait until it was too late for that or until the child was born before letting him know.With that thought, Xena decided to keep her head down for the time being.Seeing the color drain from her face, Zac’s expression softened against his will. After a long moment, he said, “Go.”Xena nodded, eyes red, and turned to leave.Just as she reached the door, Zac’s voice came from behind.“If you want a new job, I can have someone arrange it. But I hope you remember that what we had is over.”Xena froze for a second. “That won’t be necessary, Mr. Lincoln. I can find a job on my own. I don’t need your charity.”She opened the door and walked out, leaving the office in silence.For some reason, Zac felt an unsh
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