Dangerous Love: You Are My One and Only Bride novel Chapter 276

Lily glanced at Arianne. No one knew what was going through her mind at this moment. “You managed to discover the truth so easily because I didn’t do a clean job.” She looked at Eric, “I didn’t want to do it either, but your eldest brother made me do it. I asked him why, but he didn’t give me a reason. It wasn’t easy for me to find a footing in the capital. The Nathaniels gave me a lot of opportunities. My family isn’t doing too well, and I don’t want to lose my job. My mother would kill me if we lose our financial resources. Your eldest brother only needs to say the word, and I’d have to leave. I have no choice…”

The disappointment in Eric’s eyes was clear. “Did you think that I’ve become a stray dog, unable to fend for himself, and that I won’t be able to take care of you? Do you think I’m unreliable? Fine. That’s fine. I had intended to take you with me when I start my own company after leaving Glide. However, it seems like our objectives are not aligned. Let’s just hope my brother will take you in after everything you’ve done for him. Go back to the headquarters now. I don’t need you here.”

Lily lowered her head as she turned to leave. She took two steps forward before pausing. “I’m sorry, Mr. Nathaniel… For letting you down.”

Eric did not reply to her, a slightly frustrated expression could be seen on his face.

Everyone watched as Lily packed her things and left.

Arianne was not a kind and pure person. She had expected this outcome after investigating the matter so she did not feel guilty or pity Lily. A crime was still a crime. Lily had to bear the consequences. It was only natural.

Eric left right after Lily, looking rattled. No doubt he was going to confront his oldest brother. Arianne did not stop him and secretly sent a message to Mark, giving him a brief summary of what happened. She asked him to send Jackson over to check on Eric if he was too busy. If a fight broke out, Eric would not lose if Jackson was around.

Although Eric was smiling when he spoke, Arianne felt her heart wrenched as she listened to his words. He was part of the Nathaniel family as well. Not only was he treated like an outsider, but they actively opposed him as well.

When Eric noticed her silence and bleak expression, he said jokingly, “The Nathaniels think Mark and I are normal friends. That’s why they came up with this idea. Would they beg me to come back if they knew that eating and sleeping together are common occurrences between Mark and me? They’ve underestimated me. It’s undeniable that I gained a foothold from my connections to Mark and Jackson. They thought I’d confront you after realizing that I’ve been betrayed. Even if you were responsible for losing the deal, I’d make Mark compensate me with money at the most… It’s not like Mark can’t afford to lose the money.”

Arianne giggled. “Alright, alright. Based on the current situation, it seems like today is my last day at work. You better sign my resignation letter. I don’t want to end up working for your second brother.”