Ex Cried as I Wed a Tycoon novel Chapter 347

“Shirley, I may not know exactly what’s happened, but if it’s about your designs, you can talk to me,” Effie said gently. “I’ll help you sort it out.”

The mention of “designs” hit a nerve. Shirley’s eyes reddened and she clenched her jaw. “No need,” she replied, her voice tight.

Just then, Peter called out, “Shirley, could you come here for a minute?”

Shirley stood up quickly and made her way toward Peter. As she passed Effie—whether by accident or on purpose—she bumped hard into her shoulder.

Effie frowned, but before she could say a word, Shirley was already walking away.

“What is it, Peter?” Shirley asked, her mood clearly low.

Peter studied her pale face, his tone almost sympathetic. “See? I told you from the start, Effie’s not someone you can trust. She gave you hope, but in the end she set you up—and didn’t even pay you a cent. Don’t you feel cheated?”

Shirley bit her lip and nodded, looking miserable. “I only realize it now. It’s such a loss. She took all the credit for herself, and I didn’t get a single thing out of it. I actually thought she was a good person, but she turned out to be the worst of all!”

Peter sighed. “You can never really know what people are like on the inside. Next time, you’ll know who to trust.”

Shirley nodded faintly. “Once bitten, twice shy. I won’t go near her again.”

“If you want, I can ask Irving to move you to another spot,” Peter offered.

Shirley’s response was immediate. “Yes, please. I’d really appreciate that.”

When Shirley returned to her desk, she started packing her things, completely ignoring Effie’s attempts to speak to her—acting as if she couldn’t hear a word.

It didn’t take long for Shirley to finish. She turned and walked away without a backward glance, leaving Effie standing there.