Chapter 264

Roman rolled his eyes.

Xavier's arrogant rant was utterly ridiculous.

No one understood Alexander's possessiveness toward Evelyn better than him.

Though Alexander hadn't made a move yet, Roman knew the situation could reverse instantly if Evelyn willed it.

Xavier probably didn't even know who had beaten him last time.

"Evelyn, the termination notice has been posted in the company group chat." The legal officer strutted over with inexplicable smugness, waving a handover form. "Pack your things and leave within two days."

Xavier feigned sympathy. "No need to rush. Evelyn can temporarily transfer to my department."

"Some people just don't know when to quit," the legal officer sneered, eyeing Evelyn. "A public apology would've settled this, but you had to take it this far."

"Finished?" Evelyn's icy voice cut through. "Leave if you're done."

The legal officer turned livid. "Still acting tough after getting fired?"

Her gaze swept over Evelyn with insinuation. "Then again, some people do have the looks to get by."

Roman's knuckles whitened from clenching his fists.

"Wrong again." Evelyn chuckled. "I don't answer to anyone now. Not even Hugo Lee himself could make me hold my tongue."

Xavier's face darkened instantly.

The legal officer suddenly realized termination meant nothing to Evelyn.

"We have a meeting." Evelyn waved the handover form dismissively.

Roman stood abruptly, making Xavier stumble backward in alarm.

BANG!

The office door slammed shut.

"Horizon is firing me, and this department will dissolve." Evelyn addressed the two remaining staff members. "You still have time to transfer."

"I'm staying." Roman's voice was steel. "Even if it means getting fired too."

Evelyn studied him intently.

She knew Roman had ulterior motives for joining Horizon.

"I'll find another job," the other employee said pragmatically.

"Good." Evelyn made a solemn vow. "Today I, Evelyn Sinclair, swear this—when the time comes, I won't forget those who stood by me."

Both men straightened with renewed determination.

"Starting your own venture?" Roman asked excitedly.

"Not now." Evelyn instructed, "Pack your things too."

She'd stayed at Horizon out of gratitude toward Julian.

But now she saw no reason to endure further humiliation.