Love's Bitter Edge (Eva and Leonard) novel Chapter 490

When Mr. Finnley made his accusation, it wasn't just me who was stunned—everyone in the office seemed taken aback as well. It became clear he was trying to frame me in front of everyone. So, this was what it felt like to be cornered.

No matter how much I proved my innocence, the other party seemed determined to make my life miserable.

However, when Mr. Finnley noticed my tablet, his pupils narrowed.

"Well, since you've backed up the files, and to avoid delaying the company's progress, I'll put you in charge of everything," he said coldly. "After all, you took a day off. I want to see the final results by tomorrow morning.

"If you fail, prepare to be fired. And I'll make sure to note on the system that you were terminated. No other company will ever hire you."

His eyes were full of malice as he glared at me.

I bit my lip, barely holding back the urge to smash my tablet in his face.

Looking at the tablet in my hands, I noticed Jack's electronic signature on it. I wasn't sure if he had seen the signature, but it might have been why he had decided to give me a chance.

Still, this project had been a team effort. To expect me to wrap it up alone was a challenge. Several colleagues who had become my friends secretly helped me with some of the work, but none of them dared to stay late after hours.

In the end, I was left alone in the office. For a moment, I found myself missing the time I spent with Crystal and the others.

Anne was the last one to leave the office.

She strutted up to my desk, knocking on the table with a smirk.

"Rinatta, you better work hard, okay? The files are due tomorrow. Mr. Finnley won't let you off the hook if you can't get it done. Well, good luck with that."

With that, she turned and sashayed out of the office.