After I saw Yara home, I went back to Jasmine’s place to pack my things. It was time to leave.
I had lived there for quite a while, but as I packed up to leave, I realized that very little in that house actually belonged to me.
Even the style of clothes in my wardrobe was almost identical to Hayden’s. So, I didn’t take anything with me. I just left.
I returned to my own apartment, took a hot shower and just as I was about to lie down and sleep, I received a message from Jasmine.
[Meet me at the Wisteria Club at 8 a.m. tomorrow.]
Wisteria was a high-end local club, the kind that only VIPs can enter. Jasmine used to go there for business talks, always bringing Hayden with her. I once protested about it, but every time, I was met with her rolling eyes.
Her reason was always the same: Hayden had a higher degree than me, was an overseas returnee, spoke better and was great at charming those wealthy socialites. She’d ask, “What could you possibly do if I brought you along?”
Today, I didn’t know what she was thinking. Why did he suddenly insist on bringing me along? But honestly, I didn’t want to go with her anymore.
The next day, I ended up at Wisteria too, not because I wanted to accompany Jasmine, but because I also happened to receive an invitation.
When I arrived, Mr. Zander, who had invited me, hadn’t shown up yet.
A few minutes later, Jasmine arrived, still with Hayden. Since she brought Hayden, why did she ask me to come yesterday?
“Zion, if it weren’t for Mr. Zander specifically asking for you, I wouldn’t have bothered to bring you. Make sure you’re smart about this and help me close the deal,” Jasmine said as soon as she spoke.
Right after her words, Mr. Zander arrived.
“Haha, sorry, I’m late, I’m late.”
“No, Mr. Zander, you’re just in time. We got here early,” Jasmine replied.
Mr. Zander glanced up and saw Jasmine holding hands with Hayden.
“You two got some good news?” Mr. Zander asked with a smile. “I always thought you two made a good match.”
“No, Jasmine and I are just…” Hayden started to say, but Jasmine interrupted him.
“That’s right, Mr. Zander, you’ve got a great eye! We’re together now and I’m already expecting a baby,” Jasmine said shamelessly with a smile.
“Haha, congratulations to you both! Don’t forget to invite me to the wedding party!” Mr. Zander chuckled.
“Thank you, Mr. Zander!” Jasmine replied.
After their friendly exchange, I politely greeted Mr. Zander.
“Yeah, long time no see! Have a seat, let’s chat!” he said warmly.
Under Mr. Zander’s invitation, we all took our seats one by one.
“Mr. Zander, here is our company’s proposal for this cooperation,” Jasmine handed over the materials.
“Zion, why don’t you explain it to me?” Mr. Zander looked at me.
“Mr. Zander, this isn’t really convenient right now. If you want to discuss work, maybe we should arrange another time,” I quickly declined.
“Zion, what are you saying? Mr. Zander asking you to explain means he respects you! Don’t cause trouble now!” Jasmine whispered sharply in my ear.
Mr. Zander looked puzzled and asked, “Zion, what do you mean by that?”
“Mr. Zander, perhaps you don’t know, but I’ve already resigned. I’m no longer an employee of Fletcher Group, so I’m not in a position to be involved in Fletcher Group’s business,” I explained calmly.
“Oh? In that case, I’ll have to reconsider this cooperation,” Mr. Zander said immediately after hearing that I had resigned, clearly reconsidering his willingness to work with Fletcher Group.
“No, no, Mr. Zander, he’s talking nonsense. I haven’t even signed his resignation yet!” Jasmine quickly contradicted me as she saw Mr. Zander about to leave.
“Sort out your own matters, don’t waste my time.” Mr. Zander said angrily, then turned to me and asked, “Are you interested in working at my company? I want to hire you!”
“Thank you, Mr. Zander, but I want to take some time to rest first.” I declined his offer.
“Alright, think it over. You can come find me at the company anytime. I’m leaving now.” Mr. Zander said and left.
Only Jasmine and Hayden were left, staring at me fiercely.
“Zion! Are you serious or not?” Jasmine angrily asked.
“I’m just stating the facts. What’s wrong with that?” I replied calmly.
“You know how important this deal with Mr. Zander is to me and Fletcher Group, yet you had to tell him you resigned and caused me to lose this deal. Isn’t this taking revenge?” She said, then slapped me hard across the face, making stars burst before my eyes.
