Chapter 2 Soon enough , I pushed her away and hurried into the bathroom . Behind me , Veronica's mocking voice echoed through the hallway . " A slut is still a slut . She can't even hide her true self ! " " I'm telling you , don't trust her . A woman like that might not just be someone's mistress ! " Because my clothes were stained by my period blood , I left work early . When I reached the basement parking area , I saw Veronica standing beside my car . It seemed that she was waiting for me . When she saw me , she gave a smug smile as her eyes were full of arrogance . " Do you know how powerful I am ? " " If you admit defeat now and quietly withdraw from the race for Sales Manager , I'll let you go ." " Otherwise , I can destroy your reputation within a week . Do you believe that ? " I tilted my head slightly and looked at her , asking her back , " If you really believe I have strong connections , do you think your petty tricks will work on me ? " She laughed coldly , saying , " Girl , you're so naive . " " Do you know what people in this world fear most ? Public opinion ! " " If your reputation gets ruined , do you really think your connections will still protect you ? If things get ugly , they'll abandon you without hesitation . " " So , my advice ? Don't aim too high . Be a mistress , make some easy money and don't fight over things that don't belong to you . " I raised my eyebrows , asking , " I heard that two capable young women suddenly resigned from the company not long ago . I guess you were the one who forced them out , too ? " Veronica didn't look guilty at all . Instead , she smiled proudly . " You're quite clever . " " You know , people still call them mistresses now . They can't even find new jobs ! " " So , are they really mistresses ? " I asked calmly . " So what if they are ? So what if they aren't ? " she said with a smirk . " Their names are already ruined anyway . " " If you don't want to end up like them , you should leave while you still can . " I shook my head , responding , " Veronica , I joined this company because of my own Chapter 2 2/3 20.8 % 9:25 Thu , Oct 16 abilities . I won't quit just because of your threats . " " Oh , and let me remind you that spreading false rumors is illegal . " 94 I opened my car door , got inside and started the engine . As I drove away , I caught a glimpse of her reflection in the rearview mirror . Her face was twisted with rage and hatred . Sure enough , Veronica came up with another trick after only a few quiet days . The moment I walked into the office , I noticed several colleagues smiling at me with mocking looks . Veronica sat nearby , looking extremely pleased with herself . " I told you , didn't I ? " she said loudly . " That slut in the photo ... who else could it be ? " ignored her and walked toward my desk , but she suddenly stretched out her leg to block my path . " Why are you so late today ? Were you tired after sleeping with someone last night ? " I frowned , asking her , " What are you talking about ? " Veronica stood up , her chin lifted proudly . " Don't act innocent . I know everything . You spent a thousand dollars on a perm yesterday ! " " Your monthly salary is only $ 4,500 . So , where did you get the money for such an expensive hairstyle ? " She sneered and continued , " If you're making money with your body , just admit it ! At least your clients might send you more business if you stop pretending . " " How can you expand your business if you keep it secret all the time ? I'm just helping you out . You should be thanking me for being so kind ! " I looked at her in disbelief as I asked her , " How do you even know how much I spent on a perm ? " Veronica waved her phone proudly . " Not only do I know that , I also know which hotel you booked a room in afterward . " She leaned closer , her voice dripping with mockery as she continued , " You're really brave , girl . You even hooked up with Mr. Boyle from head office ! " " He's old enough to be your father , but you still slept with him ? " I met her eyes coldly when I warned her , " Veronica , I'll take you to court if you keep spreading lies and stirring up trouble . " Veronica rolled her eyes that were full of scorn as she responded , " Wow , you're unbelievable ! So shameless , yet you still dare to talk about suing someone ? " " The judge would probably spit in your face the moment he heard your story ." L 9:25 Thu , Oct 16 94