Chapter 379

William cast Rachel a sideways glance and sneered. “Scared so quickly?”

Yvette thought William really had leverage over Rachel. Confident, she approached Rachel. “Rachel, just admit your mistake,” she said with feigned kindness. “Don’t worry, you’re familiar with everyone here. Although you were disrespectful and arrogant just now, I trust that everyone here will forgive you.”

“Yes, Rachel. We’re family. You should be considerate and respect all your seniors here. Stop causing trouble for everyone, alright?” Sasha chimed in.

With that, she shot the two bodyguards a look. “Please take her out of here.”

The bodyguards flanked Rachel on both sides and grabbed her arms. “Pardon us, Ms. Rachel.”

Rachel started struggling against their hold, refusing to be escorted from the room. “Let me go! William, show us the evidence if you even have it!”

Samantha stepped forward, wearing her usual pure and innocent appearance, her tone full of compassion. “Rachel, you fooled William and disappeared from Yurelia City without a trace. You really should have informed us that you’re coming back. It does look a little suspicious that you’re finally back when Mr. Lloyd is in critical condition, but of course, we trust you unconditionally.”

Her gaze swept across the entire room. “The thing is, these outsiders will never trust you. I think it’s better that you don’t get involved in this mess for the sake of your reputation. Why don’t you go back with us first?”

With that, Samantha tried pulling Rachel out of the room.

The entrance was crowded with other employees hoping to catch a glimpse of the excitement in the room. They could sense the shift in the situation.

Those who were previously criticizing Samantha all started speaking up for her. “Seems like Ms. Judd isn’t that bad after all!”

“Ms. Rachel Lloyd and Mr. Lewis are already divorced, yet Ms. Samantha is still trying to persuade her to stay out of trouble, just like a real friend should!”

“Have you heard? There was a lady who married a man with an ex-wife with whom she’s close. They’re practically sisters! They even started a business together and expanded overseas.”

“Really? If that’s really true, I think the man isn’t even important in that relationship.”

“Exactly! Ms. Samantha looks so harmless and meek. She’s probably not as scheming as rumors make her out to be.”

“Rachel Lloyd, on the other hand, could kill with just one look.”

“I think she’s mighty fine. Don’t you think she’s an alpha? I love that look in her eyes, as though she’s the queen of the world.”

“I am a strong individual and not anyone’s accessory. Isn’t this precisely the mindset and attitude a modern woman should have in today’s world?”

“Exactly! She’s a role model for most women on this earth. What a pity that not everyone can be someone like her.”

Most were guessing that Rachel would leave with Samantha.

After all, Samantha had already given Rachel a good reason to leave. She would be foolish and ungrateful to reject that olive branch of peace.

To everyone’s surprise, Rachel refused to budge. She looked coldly at Samantha as she raised her voice. “Let go!”

Samantha stood stunned, her feet rooted to the ground. The intimidating aura Rachel exuded stupefied her; for a moment, she didn’t know how to respond.

Rachel repeated herself once more, her voice ringing in the air. “Let go!”

This time round, Samantha released Rachel’s arm in fright.

The next moment, tears sprang to her eyes. She looked indignantly at Rachel.

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