Chapter 123: Professional Vengeance
Chapter 123: Professional Vengeance
(Olivia’s POV)
On the tenth day of the first lunar month, I returned to Moonlaw Legal Services to resume work after the holiday break. My amber eyes held a new determination as I settled back into my routine.
The events of recent weeks had strengthened my resolve to build my own future in the legal profession. Connor’s words in the garden still echoed in my mind, but I refused to let them define me.
I was reviewing case files when my office door opened without warning. The farmiliar scent of expensive perfume and barely contained hostility filled the air.
Vanessa Reed stood in my doorway, adorned in luxury branded attire and carrying a limited edition Hermès Luna Collection handbag. Her violet eyes gleamed with malicious satisfaction.
“Excuse me,” I said sharply, holding up my hand as I continued my phone call with a client. “I’m in the middle of an important conversation.”
Vanessa ignored my protest and walked into my office uninvited. She settled into the chair across from my desk with the confidence of someone who owned the place.
My wolf bristled at her audacity. The disrespect was intentional and calculated.
I finished my call quickly, my amber eyes never leaving Vanessa’s smug face. “What do you want?”
“Surprise!” Vanessa’s voice dripped with false sweetness. “I have wonderful news to share with you, Olivia.”
Her silver–gray wolf practically purred with vindictive pleasure beneath her human facade. “I’ve invested in this firm. I’m now one of the behind–the–scenes bosses.”
My blood ran cold as the implications hit me. “What are you talking about?”
“That makes me your superior,” Vanessa continued, her violet eyes sparkling with cruel delight. “Isn’t that delicious? The power dynamic has completely reversed.”
I gripped my pen so tightly it nearly snapped. “You can’t be serious.”
“Oh, but I am.” Vanessa leaned back in her chair, savoring every moment of my shock. “I’ve always wanted to be in a position to make your life miserable.”
My wolf snarled beneath the surface, barely contained by my human form. The tension between us was
palpable.
“I’ve always despised you, Olivia Winters,” Vanessa said with a cold smile. “Now I finally have the power to do something about it.”
“The feeling is entirely mutual, Vanessa,” I retorted, my own wolf bristling at the challenge. “Your hatred doesn’t surprise me in the least.”
Vanessa’s expression shifted to one of mock sympathy. “Forgot to tell you something else. Grandmother Eleanor is introducing Connor to potential mates.”
Her voice carried false concern that made my stomach turn. “You and my foster brother are impossible now.
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The matchmaking has already begun.
I felt a sharp pang in my chest, but I refused to let her see my pain. Instead, I turned the tables with
calculated precision.
“That’s wonderful news,” I said, my amber eyes flashing with sharp Intelligence. “It shows that without me you still can’t become Connor’s mate.”
Vanessa’s confident expression faltered slightly. “What do you mean?”
“Your grandmother is even arranging blind dates for him,” I continued mercilessly “How can you still smile? If I were you, I would hide in my den and howl all day.”
The words hit their mark perfectly. Vanessa’s face contorted with rage as I struck at her deepest insecurity.
“I will never mate with anyone but Connor!” she declared, her voice shaking with venom. “And you will never
be with him either!”
Her wolf snarled beneath the surface, barely contained by her human form. The threat hung in the air
between us like poison.
I began packing my belongings with deliberate calm, my movements precise and controlled. “Then I wish you good luck with that impossible dream.”
“What are you doing?” Vanessa questioned, confusion and growing alarm creeping into her voice.
I ignored her completely, gathering my personal items and important documents. My decision was already
madě.
Without another word, I left my office and headed straight to Thomas Wilson’s office. The bespectacled director looked up in surprise as I knocked on his door.
“Olivia! Welcome back,” he said warmly. “How were your holidays?”
“Director Wilson, I need to submit my resignation,” I announced without preamble, placing the formal letter on
his desk.
His face went pale behind his glasses. “What’s wrong? Why are you resigning on the first day back from the holiday?”
“I can’t work for someone with whom I have irreconcilable personal conflicts,” explained calmly. “The situation has become untenable.”
Thomas’s beta wolf whined at the thought of losing such a valuable pack member. “But you just secured the major contract with Thornwick Enterprises! You’re one of our most talented lawyers!”
“I appreciate your confidence in my abilities,” I replied. “But my decision is final.”
“Please reconsider,” Thomas pleaded desperately. “Whatever the conflict is, we can work it out. The firm needs you.”
I shook my head firmly. “I intend to start my own law firm. I’ll be utilizing my resources and connections to build something better.”
Thomas’s eyes widened in shock. “Your own firm? But that’s such a huge undertaking!”
“I’ve thought it over carefully,” I said with quiet authority. “Starting my own practice is the most important step for my future.”
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My voice carried the unshakeable determination of a wolf who had made her decision. “Director Wilson, don’t hesitate to accept this. I’m determined to leave.”
“But the transition period-” Thomas began weakly.
“I will hand over my work to my colleagues over the next few days,” I assured him. “Everything will be properly documented and transferred.”
Thomas slumped in his chair, recognizing the futility of further argument. “If your mind is made up, I won’t
stand in your way.”
Three days later, I officially resigned from Moonlaw Legal Services after methodically handing over all my cases and client files. The process was thorough and professional.
Emma Thompson found me in the break room on my last day, her eyes red with unshed tears. “I can’t believe you’re really leaving.”
“This isn’t goodbye forever,” I assured her gently. “I want to start my own practice, and you are welcome to come to me when you get your law license.”
Emma’s face lit up with hope. “Really? You’d want me to work with you?”
“Of course,” I smiled warmly. “You have tremendous potential, Emma. I’d be honored to have you on my team.”
I found Jade Mitchell organizing files in the assistant wing. The young intern looked up with surprise as I approached.
“Jade, I wanted to say goodbye,” I said softly, pulling her into a gentle embrace.
I whispered in her ear: “I want to start my own practice, and you are welcome to come to me when you get your law license.”
Jade’s eyes lit up with excitement and hope. “Okay! I will definitely come!”
The young intern’s wolf practically vibrated.
“I’ll be waiting for you,” I patted Jade on the shoulder and smiled warmly at her, my amber eyes soft with genuine affection.
“In the future, you will also be a lawyer, Attorney Mitchell. I look forward to having you join my company.”
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