Husband With Benefits
Chapter 458: Gossip

Chapter 458: Gossip

In the bustling atmosphere of the office, murmurs of the day’s events drifted between the small cubicles. A woman leaned over to catch the attention of her colleague, a glint of curiosity in her eyes as she heard him talk," Did you hear about the dressing down everyone got this morning?"

"Gosh. No. What happened? I’ve been curious all morning. Mr Rosette was black as thunder and I’ve never seen that snooty Miss Lia so red in the face. She looked as if she would cry."

"She deserved it." the man said while the woman snorted," Of course she deserves it. She has no manners, or kindness or any human quality for that matter! I’ve been so tired of her hypocrisy all the time. And how it was overlooked everytime because she is good at her job! She’s been on a power trip for so long!"

The man almost laughed at the venom in his colleague’s voice and answered," Well, it seems her power trip backfired on her. You know the new designs that the big boss sent it for manufacturing? She thought that she could make changes to the original order. When the supplier suggested a cheaper alternative, she actually purchased it. And then, even sent it to the manufacturing unit."

There was a moment of silence as the entire team heard the words before another woman muttered," It seems she wants to destroy herself! Why would she do something like this without permission from the higher ups? Is she getting a commission or something from the supplier? Doesn’t she know we have strict instructions to follow the orders to the tee?"

The man shook his head," Oh please. That past could have been corrected. But she actually had the guts to argue about this matter with Miss Emma."

A collective gasp echoed among the few gossiping coworkers. Everyone knew that Emma had been brought in by Sebastian Frost himself.

"Arguing with Miss Emma? That’s like poking a sleeping lioness. Does Miss Lia have a death wish or something?"

The man nodded gravely, a somber expression crossing his features. "Exactly. You know how important it is to remain on Miss Emma’s good side. She’s practically the right-hand woman to Mr. Frost, and if rumors are to be believed, she might even be the future Mrs. Frost."

"Is that true? Do you think Miss Emma might be the one to end up with Steamy Frost?"

The women glared at the other woman with narrowed eyes, warning to not call him that in front of the others. The two men in the group grimaced at the nickname but the one imparting the information nodded," It seems like it. I heard from the Public Relations department that he’d made them prepare an announcement about his relationship but then he changed it at the last minute."

"So, we have to be very nice to Emma?"

The man nodded," And that is not just a precaution. They are the big boss’ words from this morning. They are making an example of Miss Lia. She has been asked to leave. That is why Mr Rosstte was here."

The atmosphere in the office had shifted from idle gossip to a sobering realization of the consequences of crossing the wrong people. As they mulled over the situation, each person silently vowed to tread carefully and avoid attracting the attention of Miss Emma or, by extension, Mr. Frost.

***

As the sun dipped over the horizon, casting a warm glow over the sand, a woman lay reclined on a plush lounge chair. Her flowing beach attire accentuated her elegant curves, while a wide-brimmed hat shielded her eyes from the glare.

As she lifted the delicate glass filled with a vibrant concoction, her attention was drawn to a nearby commotion. A woman, dressed in professional attire, hurried along the beach, coming towards her. The woman’s lips lifted in a smile as she waited for her assistant.

"Good evening, Miss." The woman in professional clothing, muttered breathlessly as she bowed to the woman on the lounge.

The woman smiled, and gently sipped her refreshing drink, " Why are you making a spectacle of yourseld?"

"Miss." The woman panted as she tried to catch her breath and then said," I have news about Sebastian Frost."

The beautiful young miss paused in the middle of sipping her drink and quickly looked up," What did you say?"

"There is news about Sebastian Frost. It seems he is going to get married."

She gave no reaction, however, her grip on the glass tightened,her fingers clenching unconsciously, exerting too much force.

With a sharp crack, the glass yielded to the pressure, breaking in her hand. Even as the fragments of glass embedded into her skin, causing blood to flow out from numerous cuts, she seemed to remain unaware.

Her assistant’s voice pierced through the haze of shock and pain, calling out to her in alarm. "Miss, are you alright? Let me see your hand! We have to get you to the hospital." she exclaimed, rushing to her side with concern etched across her features and tried to take her hand.

Wincing against the searing pain, the young miss nodded weakly, her injured hand trembling as she extended it for inspection. Tears pricked at the corners of her eyes as she watched the blood continue to flow from the deep cuts, staining her skin and the sand below.

"Who is it?" she whispered softly.

The assistant frowned. "What?"

"Who is he marrying? Is it someone named Olivia?"

The assistant finally understood the question and hesitated causing the girl to look up sharply. "Tell me."

"No mam. It is someone called Emma. There have been dating rumors about them and he recently ordered a set of wedding bands..."

Even as she stood up, the pain edging on torturous, the ’young’ miss smiled," Emma? Interesting. So he has finally let go of Olivia? She never would have thought so.. How curious. She never thought he would fall for someone else. It seems it was time for her to return and see for herself the woman who had the power to replace Olivia...

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