Chapter 725

These terminations must not be arbitrary but had underlying reasons.

A realization unfurled within Millie’s thoughts. Leon had orchestrated all this, likely as retribution for

Fiona’s predicament.

“Whose call?” Marcus inquired as he awoke.

“It’s the jewelry company I collaborated with. They wish to sever our contract.”

“Which jewelry company?”

Marcus recognized Millie’s exceptional design prowess. The notion of a jewelry company discontinuing

its collaboration with her seemed foolish.

“D.S Jewelry.”

Familiarity with the brand dawned on Marcus. While not as renowned as Thomas Jewelry, D.S. had

carved a niche, boasting a unique allure that drew consumer attention. He had planned to merge it.

Understanding settled as Marcus realized Millie’s role as the catalyst behind D.S. Jewelry’s appeal.

An enigmatic smile crept across Marcus’ features.

Disheartened by her termination, Millie found herself bewildered by Marcus’ cryptic smile. The situation

seemed to add insult to injury.

“What amuses you?”

“I had often wondered about D.S. Jewelry’s popularity. Little did I know it was a partnership with a

design virtuoso. I was contemplating an acquisition, yet your absence negates that need, saving a

substantial acquisition fee.”

Millie was rendered speechless.

“Join the Thomas Group. It’s a more fitting place for you.”

Marcus, his affection palpable, tenderly combed her hair.

Millie hesitated; her reservations were tied to an incompatibility with Nancy, whom. she couldn’t bear to

work alongside.

“You’re not inclined?”

Marcus appeared puzzled. Millie had been open to collaborating with D.S. Jewelry, yet the prospect of

Thomas Group—renowned among jewelry designers—failed to pique her interest.

Millie disentangled herself and retreated to the bathroom.

“A single mountain can’t accommodate two tigers, haven’t you heard?”

Marcus grasped the underlying concern—Nancy’s presence deterred Millie from considering the

Thomas Group. Frowning with remorse, he pondered why he hadn’t discovered Millie during his quest

for exceptional designers at Preagend University.