Chapter 2 The New CEO

Thalia found herself in a bewildering moment. The situation was dripping with irony; she had just started the process of getting a divorce, only to end up getting closer than ever to the man she wanted to leave behind.

It felt like a twisted joke by fate, but now wasn't the time to dwell on this.

She took a deep breath to calm herself down. It hit Thalia that Brayan had probably never truly noticed her. He might not have even realized that the woman he had slept with was the same one he was about to divorce.

Thalia quickly got dressed and slipped away before Brayan could see her.

In her haste, she didn't see someone opening the door to the room across the hallway.

Sabina Lloyd stepped out from the director's room, her body showing signs of a recent encounter.

As an up-and-comer in the showbiz world, Sabina had made a bold move. Aiming to land the lead role in a new TV series, she had decided to get involved with the director.

Thalia's swift exit and the "VIP" tag on the door caught Sabina's attention.

She wondered why someone would run away from the opulence and networking opportunities that such a room seemed to offer.

Driven by her curiosity and what she could gain from it, Sabina pushed the ajar door and sneaked a look into the room Thalia had just left.

The sight of Brayan asleep and clues of what had happened that night filled her with excitement.

"Is that... Brayan? Oh! It's him! The CEO of the Rogers Group! The most influential figure in the business world!"

Sabina spotted a golden chance to climb the ladder of success quickly.

Caught up in the excitement of potentially joining forces with Brayan, Sabina made a bold move. She took off her clothes and positioned herself next to him, dreaming of rising to power by his side.

Meanwhile, Thalia hurried out of the place. She remembered how she was drugged and considered calling the police.

But the thought of revealing her one-night stand with Brayan stopped her.

She was at a loss, especially since she had suggested they divorce and wanted nothing to do with him.

Caught between a rock and a hard place, and with work time approaching, Thalia decided to head to her job first to figure things out.

After getting ready, she arrived at the office with a heavy heart.

Right when she walked in, she was greeted with news.

"Thalia, there's been a change. Our company's been taken over. The new boss wants the company report. Could you send it over?"

Thalia nodded, got up, and headed toward the CEO's office, documents in hand, after verifying their accuracy.

But just as she rounded the corner, Ablett blocked her path. He glared at her fiercely, as if filled with murderous intent.

The bandage on his head only made him look more menacing.

"What do you plan to do?" Thalia took a cautious step back.

Yet, Ablett moved closer, his voice laced with menace. "Thalia, how do you intend to make up for injuring me last night?"

Thalia met his gaze with a frosty look. "Let's not forget you drugged me. The moment I report you to the police, you're finished. Why would you even bring up the beating?"

"Humph! You probably didn't go to the police because you lack proof, right? Empty threats won't work on me!" Ablett boasted confidently.

As he spoke, he ogled at Thalia, attempting to touch her. "I let you be with me because I thought you were so stunning. If you behave well, I will help you with the work in the future..."

But before he could touch her, Thalia forcefully pushed his hand away and yelled, "Get out of my way!"

"You bitch! Stop acting so innocent! The drug I used was potent. You definitely slept with someone else."

Ablett was livid, not even caring that they were in a company setting; he was about to hit Thalia.

Thalia's eyes widened in shock. She hadn't anticipated Ablett daring to strike her at work.

Suddenly, a tall man stepped in front of her, blocking Ablett's attempt and effortlessly pushing him away.

Looking up, Thalia was taken aback.

Was that Brayan, her soon-to-be ex-husband?

Why was he here?

Before she could piece it together, Ablett shouted angrily, "Get lost! This is none of your business!"

Brayan's expression turned cold.

He had always looked down on men who resorted to hitting women. Stumbling upon this scene on his way back to his office, he instinctively intervened. He hadn't expected Ablett to be so bold.

"You're fired. Just get out of here," Brayan said icily.

Ablett protested loudly, "And who do you think you are? What right do you have to fire me?"

Raising his eyebrows, Brayan said firmly, "I'm the new CEO, Brayan Rogers."

Thalia was taken aback again.

What? Her soon-to-be ex-husband was the new CEO!

Ablett was just as surprised, his face going pale. "I'm sorry, Mr. Rogers. I didn't hit her. She came onto me first. I was only defending myself."

"Cut the lies, Ablett. You've harassed female employees before and got warnings and penalties for it. Mr. Rogers will find out once he looks into it," Thalia retorted with a smirk.

Brayan glanced at Thalia. She was telling the truth. He had checked the employee records. Ablett was known for his poor behavior and taking advantage of his company connections.

"I'll say this just once. Go get your final paycheck," Brayan said sternly.

His voice carried such authority that Ablett started sweating profusely, his legs shaking, unable to say another word, and he stumbled away.

Brayan turned to Thalia, who looked confused and still shocked by what had just happened.

With a slight frown, Brayan remembered something he had overheard and asked quietly, "What was that about drugging?"

At his question, Thalia became anxious, her breath getting stuck in her throat.

Did Brayan notice something?

Was he going to find out she was the woman who had sex with him last night?