Chapter 75 Fire Abigail
James couldn’t forget how Caroline’s cluelessness during the Envision Group contract signing had embarrassed him in front of everyone. His hesitation was obvious as he weighed the
situation.
Abigail still had Envision Group’s anniversary gala invitation in her possession. Sure, he could fire Abigail quietly, but if Abigail decided to stir up trouble at the gala, spreading rumors about his betrayal, the backlash would be disastrous.
After a long pause, James cautiously said, “The gala is right around the corner. Let’s wait until it’s over before letting Abigail
go.”
Caroline’s expression soured instantly. She lifted her tearful eyes to look at James, her voice trembling as she said, “But just the thought of seeing the person who hurt me every day at work. makes me feel awful.”
James sighed heavily, “Just endure it for now.”
Caroline’s grievance deepened, her voice soft yet accusatory. “Dad, I know you’re worried that if Abigail gets fired, she’ll say bad things about us to Envision Group at the gala.”
Caught off guard by her accuracy, James didn’t deny it. If Abigail hadn’t been invited, whatever she said to Envision. Group afterward would have been beyond their control, which
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could have damaged the company’s reputation. It was a risk he wasn’t willing to take.
Caroline arched a confident brow. “Dad, Felix has already promised to get us invitations to the gala. All we need to do is make sure Abigail can’t attend. That way, none of your worries will matter anymore.”
Caroline’s distressed tone tugged at Natalia’s heartstrings. Unfamiliar with corporate dynamics, Natalia believed Caroline’s solution was simple and effective. She immediately urged James, “Let’s go with Caroline’s plan. Fire Abigail. She went too far this time. If she doesn’t face the consequences, she’ll never learn.”
Hearing Caroline’s assurance about securing the invitation, James broke into a wide grin. He thought, “This new daughter is finally proving useful.”
He slapped his thigh with delight and exclaimed, “Alright. If we can get the invitation, then we’ll fire her.” In truth, James had long been unhappy with Abigail.
He thought, “Abigail, who’d been distant since childhood and later dares to undermine me at work? I am not about to miss the chance to cut her loose.”
Seeing her plan coming together, a flicker of triumph lit up Caroline’s eyes. She couldn’t wait to see Abigail’s humiliated and defeated expression when she was kicked out of the company.
At 2 p.m., Abigail finally returned to the office after driving back
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from the hospital. However, as she approached the company. entrance, bag in hand, the facial recognition system at the door kept flashing Access Denied.
Since employees could enter by facial recognition, Abigail hadn’t bothered to bring her staff ID card earlier.
Now, with the system failing her, she turned to a young receptionist who happened to be returning to the building with her. “Can you check what’s wrong? Is the system broken?”
The receptionist bit her lip nervously, looking conflicted. Her gaze at Abigail was tinged with sympathy. “What is it?” Abigail raised a brow, sensing something was off.
The receptionist hesitated before speaking in a low voice, “Ms. Winchester, the system isn’t broken. It’s…”
“It’s what? Stop stalling.” Abigail’s voice sharpened.
The receptionist took a deep breath and confessed, “It’s because Mr. James Winchester ordered your dismissal. Your access has been revoked.”
Abigail chuckled bitterly, the absurdity of the situation almost amusing her. She thought, “James has lost his mind–firing me al such a critical moment?”
“Ms. Winchester, you should get inside quickly.” The
receptionist swiped her card to open the door, then motioned for Abigail to enter.
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Surprised, Abigail studied her. The receptionist gave a shy smile, whispering, “I got this job because of you. This is the least I can do to repay you.”
Even if helping Abigail put her position at risk, the receptionist’s conscience wouldn’t allow her to do otherwise. For a moment, Abigail was stunned. Truthfully, she didn’t even remember ever helping this young woman.
The receptionist offered no further explanation, simply urging her, “Ms. Winchester, Ms. Yannis is in your office right now, throwing out your things. You’d better go check.”
“Thank you,” Abigail replied curtly. Without wasting another second, she strode toward her office.
She thought, “Throwing out my things, is she? I’d like to see just how far Caroline is willing to push her limits.”
