Chapter 264

Evelyn Williams said, "I've told you more than once to fire Maria Lewis. Look now, Amelia got bullied, didn’t she?" Grandma Bennett rubbed her temples, clearly annoyed. "Alright, enough. Are you gonna let James speak or not?" With the elder stepping in, the younger ones had to zip it. Everyone turned their heads to James Bennett, waiting to hear what he’d say. He looked calm as ever. "I didn't go see her earlier. Just stopped by home." Amelia's lips twitched. Her people in the company had told her that right after she left, James took off too—how could he not have gone to find Maria? James continued, "My assistant just briefed me. We've already dealt with the ones spreading rumors. This is a personal matter between two employees. It’s not really my place to intervene." Amelia’s mother immediately fired back. "Maria poisoned your mother and totally disrespected Amelia. And you're still defending her? Do you even remember who your fiancée is?" "I'm the CEO of the company," James replied,