Love's Bitter Edge (Eva and Leonard)
Chapter 61

Chapter 61 Time to Step Down

As I gazed at the ring that had been with me for three years, I felt a lump in my throat. The joy felt when I first put it on now matched the sorrow in my heart. Leonard might never understand how I feel, and I don't expect him to.

"Eva, I'm sorry I didn't know you had low blood sugar. You must have been scared, which is why you pawned the ring, right? Leonard said, his voice laced with regret

"I've already had Emilia transfer a million dollars into your account. You can use it however you want. There's no need to pawn the ring anymore," he added.

He stood up, looking at me with deep affection, trying to put the ring back on my finger. I took two steps backward, my expression wold of any emotion

He could go through all this trouble to replace the ring, even buy it back for me, yet he hadn't bothered to check what illness I was suffering from?I didn't know whether to feel happy or sad. It seemed like my condition didn't concern him as much as he pretended it did. Sering that I wasn't willing to wear the ring, he pulled out the large diamond ring he'd given me at our last anniversary.

"This ring was bought just for you. You've lost weight, so it's a bit loose. But it still wasn't meant for anyone else."

He stubbornly placed the ring in my hand. I hesitated, looking at it. He made a good point, but I just didn't care anymore.

I placed the ring back in his pocket. "It's too expensive. Let's just leave it."

After all, we're getting divorced. It wouldn't be appropriate to keep such an expensivering

He seemed a bit upset, but he quickly restrained himself, taking out our wedding ring

"I know you're sentimental. The diamond ring isn't practical for everyday wear, but this one is," he said.

"Leonard, I sold it because I didn't want it anymore. You don't need to get back to me."

I took the ring and set it on the table it no longer held any meaning for me, just like this marriage.

Leonard was about to say something when Lilly suddenly barged in without knocking

"Leo, how does my outfit look? And look at this bag, it's the latest edition. White bags are just so adorable, aren't they?"

"And look at this bracelet! They finally had it in stock. Isn't it shiny?"

"Ms. Green, what are you doing here?" She finally said when she noticed I was here.

Her smile faded as she saw the ring on the table. She let out a disdainful snort

"So, you're here for the ring, huh? almost forgot, Ms. Green loves money," she remarked sarcastically. She added, "Are you going to take the jade jewelry too, you gold digger?" I glanced at her outfit, the expensive bracelet, and the designer bag. Then 1 burst into laughter. "Ms. Jane, did you buy these with your salary? Being an assistant sure pays well!"

Her face turned red, then pale, before she pitbully clung to Leonard's arm.

"Leo," she cooed, her voice dripping with sweetness, making it clear why she had him wrapped around her finger.

But Leonard's gaze remained fixed on me, lost in thought.

Seeing no one backing her up, Lily grabbed the ring from the table and slid it onto her finger

"Perfect! Look at this, it fits like it was made just for me" she exclaimed

"Ew, this ring was practically custom-made for me. You're just wasting Leo's thoughtfulness, you heartless woman!"

As Leonard moved forward to take her hand, I turned and pushed open the officedoor.

it felt like everything had been custom-made for Leonard-a lady who looked a bit like me, whose ring size marched the old me. So, maybe it was time for the original step down

Before the elevator closed, I saw Leonard running toward me, but I quickly shut the doors. Today was Emma's first day, and I couldn't miss it

When I arrived at Department Three, the atmosphere was tense. It was actually my first time there, and many of the faces were unfamiliar to me.

After a brief introduction of Emma, there was only a smattering of applause. I knew they wouldn't be thrilled about a new boss being parachuted in, especially since this department seemed to be closely connected to Lily.

One young man's disdainful gaze lingered on Emma, mixed with a hint of fear. I could guess that he was the one who had stolen Emma's designs. No wonder he looked so guilty. Emma, however, was undeterred Her spirits were high She sad cheerfuly, "Everyone, from now on, we'll be working together. I hope Tcan become good friends with all of you.

"Today's my first day, so how about treat everyone to dinner tonight? Just as a way for us to get to know each other better."

She smiled warmly, but the other employees' eyes darted away, evolding hers

Fm stood akwardly by my side, and I quickly stepped in to smooth things over

"Ms. Carter means no harm. She just wants to get closer to everyone. If today isn't convenient, we can reschedule."

A ledy standing closest to me handed over her phone, and I saw that Lily had already invited Department Three out for dinner tonight

Morry, Ma Green, Ms. Carter, but Ms. Jane has already invited us this morning. We've all agreed, so..."

myone looked at mær,

this is a bit last minute. Let's reschedule I'll take Ms. Carter to have dinner with the folks from Departments One and Two tonight. That's settled"