Rebirth: We Split Ways.. novel Chapter 12

The atmosphere in the CEO's office instantly dropped to a freezing point.

In the past, Penelope had always spoken to Dominic cautiously, but this was the first time she displayed such a strong and indifferent attitude in the office area.

Dominic's face rapidly darkened at her assertiveness.

"Is there such a thing, Dominic?" The moment Kyla leaned over, a barely noticeable frown appeared on Dominic's forehead. "Of course not."

Without any regard for his face, he continued, "Just as she said, Archer Corporation has plenty of talents, and there is no need for the ID card of an ordinary secretary."

"However, since you're leaving, let's handle the handover properly. Leaving without any work handover while wearing the company-issued uniform goes against Archer Corporation's rules."

At this moment, Penelope finally understood Dominic's intention of forcing her to the company with her ID card.

Either stay or leave with nothing.

He used this method to force her to submit, knowing that she would definitely submit.

At that moment, the last shred of her dignity was completely crushed by this man.

"So, that’s how it is. In that case, Miss Penelope, you are indeed in the wrong."

"It almost made me think that something was going on between Dominic and you..."

Seeing that Kyla was about to lean into Dominic's arms, Penelope suppressed the trembling of her heart. She raised her hand, took off her black women's jacket, and then unbuttoned her shirt button by button.

"I'll take it off." Simple words, clean and crisp.

Dominic was right; if it was going to end, then let it end thoroughly.

Her sudden movement quickly silenced the CEO's office.

Kyla looked at her incredulously.

Even the initially lowered gaze of Dominic, now dyed with a hint of lust, froze.

A few people looked at each other and quickly dispersed, imitating birds and beasts.

Lance, peeking through the gap in the Venetian blinds, couldn't help but wonder.

It was the first time he had seen Mr. Archer making things difficult for a secretary who wanted to resign. Was there a misunderstanding between them?

Inside the office, Penelope, who had removed her clothes, shivered as the sudden rush of cold air hit her.

Enduring the cold, she finally lifted her head.

"Now, Mr. Archer, can you give me my ID card?"

Afraid that he would find another excuse to reject her, she added, "As for the work handover you mentioned, I will send it to Assistant Lance via email once I am settled. If Mr. Archer is concerned, there's no need to pay me last month's salary."

This statement was meant to completely cut off all ties with him.

Dominic's dark eyes were cold and deep. The unyielding Penelope stirred up an indescribable emotion within him.