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Her parents had often said in public that Roderick was their ideal son - in - law , while Roderick's own parents . had openly stated that , given the chance , they hoped the two families could be joined by marriage . Clearly , few people believed in Roderick and Madeleine's marriage . Most assumed divorce was inevitable since the two seemed to be living a life separately . Rebecca leaned closer with a mischievous grin . " Why don't you just do what everyone expects ? Divorce your wife? I don't mind you being a divorcé . " Roderick knew she was joking and didn't take it seriously .

More than anyone, he understood that Rebecca had no feelings for him . Her heart belonged to someone else she had never been able to let go of . All these years , to avoid her parents ' nagging , she had only pretended to pine after him . If anyone was a shield , he was Rebecca's . Chapter 52 " Alright , enough joking. What exactly are you thinking about? Madeleine's desperate to hollow out the company and hand it over to Edward , and you still let her come work here ? " Roderick frowned . " She's changed ." " Changed ? " Rebecca sneered . " Changed for the worse , you mean ?

Not only out to hollow out the company , but you , too ? " She clicked her tongue . " Roderick , let me remind you . You may be Chairman and CEO , but the company doesn't belong solely to you . My family owns a sizeable stake as well ! " Her message was clear . Whatever games he and his wife played in private were their business , but they could not drag the company down with them . " Relax . She won't . She doesn't have the ability . " " She might not , but Edward does ! In just a few years , he's become our biggest rival ." Rebecca folded her arms with disgust . " I can't stand that man .

Chapter 52 What on earth does your wife see in him ? " The office chilled to freezing . Rebecca realized she had touched Roderick's sorest nerve and coughed awkwardly . " I didn't mean it like that ... Don't take it to heart . Maybe one day she'll come to her senses , right ? " She sighed dramatically . " When I first met you , how did I not see you were such a lovesick man ? Clinging to the same woman for so many years , Roderick , sometimes I actually admire you . " She tutted twice . " But if Madeleine never falls for you in this lifetime , are you planning to chain her to you forever ?

" After a long silence , Roderick suddenly spoke , telling Rebecca about Madeleine's amnesia . Rebecca's eyes widened in shock . " Are you crazy or just stupid ? You actually believe that nonsense ? " Roderick pressed his lips together . He had known she wouldn't Chapter 52 believe him . " Really , Mr. Livingston ? Such a cliché ? You've truly let love cloud your brain . Do you realize how serious the consequences would be if she's faking it ? " Roderick stayed silent . Rebecca crossed her arms , her tone grave .

" If I get evidence that she's a corporate spy , I won't hesitate to send her straight to the police . Roderick , if you want to protect her , don't let her stay in the company . " In the end , this was what Rebecca had wanted to say all along . The reason she had rushed back was that she had learned Madeleine had joined the company . She didn't care how foolish that woman was in other matters , but she would never let her endanger the company . Roderick lifted his gaze , his deep eyes locking with Rebecca's . " If she really did such a thing , I'll bear all the consequences .

" " You'll bear it ? " Rebecca shot to her feet in fury . Chapter 52 He must have lost his mind . " Fine , fine . I'll wait for you to take responsibility . Best case , you leave the company , and I take your place . " Throwing the words over her shoulder , Rebecca stormed out . If he insisted on trusting Madeleine , then she'd personally test and expose that woman's true colors and finally kick her out for good . Not far away , a few secretaries held their breath . Only when Rebecca slammed the door behind her did they dare whisper together .

Though they hadn't caught the details , it was obvious the fight had something to do with Mrs. Livingston . " I knew it ! Ms. Whitman must be mad at Mrs. Livingston . " " I'm with Ms. Whitman . Sure , she's strict , but she's strong , and with Mr. Livingston , they're the perfect power duo . I actually ship them . " " Eh , I still think Mr. Livingston and his wife are the better match . A handsome man and a beautiful woman . What a sight ." Chapter 52 " Forget it . Her heart is already set on another man ... " *** Madeleine went home and headed straight to the dance room .

She buried herself in practice , running the steps again and again , forcing herself to ignore the messy thoughts in her head . Ever since overhearing the secretaries ' conversation , she had started to wonder if working at the company had been a mistake . Cedella Cedella is a passionate storyteller known for her bold romantic and spicy novels that keep readers hooked from the very first chapter. With a flair for crafting emotionally intense plots and unforgettable characters, she blends love, desire, and drama into every story she writes.

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