Chapter 351

A coworker snapped, "If you really didn’t do it, then why are you so nervous? What, brave enough to do it but too scared to admit it?" "I didn’t! That video was totally misleading!" "Yeah, yeah, whatever. That’s what they all say. Side chicks never own up to it—they all swear it’s ‘true love.’ Pfft, give me a break." With a few more mocking remarks, the coworkers scattered back to their tasks. Emily just stood there, heart sinking. Everyone in the office saw her as the other woman. Working here had become unbearable. Quitting crossed her mind—multiple times. But landing a position at Dynlor wasn’t easy, and walking away now would probably mean the end of her career. She felt completely torn. Right then, Nina walked over and asked, "Hey Designer Howard, any idea why Clara hasn’t shown up the last few days?" Emily quickly replied, "Oh, she’s just dealing with some personal stuff. Took a little time off. She’ll be back once it’s sorted." "I doubt it," Chloe cut in bluntly. "She’s just an