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Chapter 45 : Predators and Protectors - 2 +15 Points ) My blunt response seemed to infuriate her . She slammed her palm against the desk , making the pens jump . " How arrogant ! " she snapped . " Do you know how much your impulsiveness cost us ? A five - year legal advisory contract worth $ 150,000 , and other disputes totaling at least $ 500,000 ! Are you going to pay the $ 650,000 loss ? " I felt my lips curl into a cold smile . " Fine . I'll fill that hole today .

But don't ever send me to meet scumbags like them again ." Heather's eyes widened in disbelief before narrowing into a sneer . " Before you leave work , I want contracts signed and payment proof in hand . If not , don't bother coming tomorrow . You've caused serious losses - we have every right to terminate your position without compensation . " I held her gaze without flinching . " Understood . " As I left her office , I passed by Kenneth Westfield's desk .

His face split into a gloating smirk when he saw me . " Wow , Lawyer Winters ," he called loudly enough for others to hear , " after offending clients and losing big business , you still have the face to come to work ? If I were you , I'd be too ashamed . " I shot him a frosty glance but kept walking . His petty satisfaction wasn't worth my attention . Back at my desk , my phone buzzed with a message from Jade Mitchell , the young intern I'd helped during that expensive dinner outing .

" Lawyer Winters , did you see the social media posts from Valerie Pierce and Kenneth Westfield ? They're attacking you . " My stomach tightened as I opened the screenshots she'd attached . Valerie's post was thinly veiled but unmistakable : " Some women are shameless- young , healthy , but don't work hard , just rely on rich protectors . Such people disgrace the profession . " O 1/3 < Chapter 45 : Predators and ….

+15 Points > Kenneth's attack was more direct : " If you already have a rich man with a Bentley , just stay home and play pampered princess . Don't come here pretending to work and ruin deals , dragging me down too . Hypocritical bitch . " Jade sent another message : " They've blocked you from viewing their posts . They're the ones who spread rumors you're kept by a wealthy man . They even created a gossip group chat just to slander you .

" More screenshots followed - over thirty of them - showing a group chat dedicated entirely to tearing apart my reputation . The messages were vicious , speculating about my relationship with Connor , mocking my work ethic , and painting me as nothing more than a gold - digger . " Wonder how many men she had to sleep with to get that Bentley ? " " Pretends to be so professional but really just a high - class escort .

" " No wonder she doesn't care about losing clients - she's not here for the salary anyway . " Each message felt like a physical blow . I had tried so hard to be kind to these people- treating them to dinner , helping the interns , working diligently on every case . And this was how they repaid me . The realization was bitter : my kindness had been interpreted as weakness , my competence as a threat .

This toxic workplace cared nothing for sincerity or skill - only status and connections mattered . I bit my lip hard , suppressing the surge of anger and hurt that threatened to overwhelm me . My naivety in believing kindness could win trust now seemed laughable . With steady fingers , I typed a reply to Jade : " Thank you for telling me . Next time they gossip about me , help me record it . " Her response came immediately : " Of course , Lawyer Winters .

You saved me from that expensive dinner bill . Whatever you need . " I took a deep breath , straightening my shoulders as I made a decision . With newfound resolve , I pulled out my phone and dialed a number I rarely used . " Hello , Dad , " I said when Richard Winters answered , my voice calm and clear .

" Is there O 2/3 Chapter 46 : Bloodlines an … Chapter 46 : Bloodlines and Consequences - 1 Chapter 46 : Bloodlines and Consequences ( Olivia's POV ) * 15 Prints > I hung up the phone with a sense of grim satisfaction . The conversation with my father had been brief but productive . Without wasting another moment , I gathered my things and headed straight to the printing room . The contracts needed to be perfect .

I printed several copies , checking each one meticulously before sliding them into my leather portfolio . My colleagues watched with curious eyes as I strode through the office , head held high . Let them stare . Let them whisper . Soon , they would understand exactly who they had been tormenting . The drive to the Winters Group headquarters took less than twenty minutes . The imposing glass building gleamed in the afternoon sun , a testament to my family's legacy in Riverdale .

I parked my car and walked through the familiar lobby , nodding at security guards who recognized me immediately . " Miss Winters ! It's been a while ," one called out respectfully . I smiled politely but didn't slow my pace . The elevator whisked me to the top floor where my father's office occupied the corner suite with the best views of the city . His assistant looked up in surprise . " Miss Winters ! Your father just finished his meeting . He mentioned you were coming .

" " Thank you , Melissa , " I replied , heading straight for the double doors . My father , Richard Winters , stood by the window . At fifty - five , he still cut an impressive figure - tall and distinguished with completely white hair that had once been the same honey - brown as mine . The premature white was a physical manifestation of his grief after my mother's death . He turned as I entered , his amber eyes - so like my own - lighting up with genuine pleasure .

" Olivia , " he said warmly . ( Olivia's POV ) * 15 Points > I wasted no time on pleasantries , tossing the contracts onto his polished desk . " Dad , take a look at the contracts . If there's no problem , sign them . " He raised an eyebrow at my directness but sat down and began flipping through the pages with careful attention . " I asked my assistant : our current legal counsel contract ends at the end of this year .

I can sign a new five - year contract with your law firm , but the contract will only start from next year ." I nodded calmly . " No problem . But once it's signed this afternoon , the payment should be made immediately . " My father looked up , surprise evident in his expression . " In such a hurry ? " I shrugged lightly , keeping my tone casual despite the anger still simmering beneath the surface . " Yes . Last night , I went to negotiate a case and was harassed by two filthy men .

The deal fell through , and my supervisor gave me a final warning . " ( Olivia's POV ) The moment the words left my mouth , my father's expression hardened . His jaw tightened , and a dangerous glint appeared in his eyes - the look of an Alpha wolf whose offspring had been threatened . " Who dared to harass you ? " he demanded , his voice dropping to a growl . I waved a dismissive hand , deliberately downplaying the incident .

" Don't worry , they didn't get a chance to take advantage of me - instead , I beat them up . " Despite my nonchalant tone , his brows furrowed deeper with concern . " Olivia , why don't you stop being a lawyer ? Your firm just had that incident recently , and now this harassment . The risks are too high . What if someone retaliates ? Just come back and work at the company . I can make you the general manager . " I shook my head firmly . " No./I still prefer being a lawyer for now .

I hold company shares ; the dividends are enough for me . Besides , I don't know a thing about running a business . If you made me the GM , wouldn't I ruin your company ? " ( Olivia's POV) My father couldn't help but chuckle at my blunt assessment . " I can hire experts to O 2/3 Chapter 46 Bloodlines an …. help you . " I persisted in my rejection , offering him a faint smile . " No need . Maybe when I get tired of being a lawyer someday ." He sighed , the sound heavy with resignation .

" You really are … " +15 Points > The unfinished sentence hung between us . I knew what he meant I was stubborn like my mother . Sarah Winters had been equally determined , equally unwilling to bend when she believed in something . It was both a compliment and a lament . ( Olivia's POV ) Conceding to my insistence , my father picked up his pen and signed the five - year contract without further argument .

He immediately called the finance department , instructing them to wire $ 150,000 to Moonlaw Legal Services ' account . I watched with satisfaction as he completed the transaction . With a teasing smile , I asked , " Any new company disputes lately ? " He looked momentarily sheepish , admitting , " I don't usually handle those details . " He pressed the intercom button . " Send Gregory in , please . " Soon , a middle - aged man in a crisp suit entered the office .

For nearly an hour , Gregory briefed me on various ongoing disputes and potential cases that the Winters Group was facing . I listened attentively , making notes and asking pointed questions . Comments Watch Ads ( 0/20 ) > 260 E Vote O