Chapter 4

Tonight was the company anniversary with a gala event.

Before officially resigning, I still attended.

At least I needed to claim my year-end bonus.

In front of everyone, Ethan publicly announced Claire Bennett's hiring on stage.

He even specifically told everyone to take good care of the new colleague.

People whispered:

"Oh my God, is this really something our stone-faced Ethan would say?"

I sat in the audience listening, dutifully applauding.

Ethan's gaze drifted toward me, as if observing my reaction.

The next second, Claire beside him wobbled in her heels, and he immediately turned to steady her.

Halfway through…