Chapter 3 In the next instant , Oliver frantically dodged , only to trip over a chair . He crashed headfirst into the million dollar holographic projector . The sound of shattering glass pierced the air . I watched him scramble to his feet , blood trickling down his forehead , and couldnt help but sneer . What , did the star students foot miraculously heal ? That agility is quite something . Were you a tap dancer in a past life ? Camila froze as if doused with a bucket of ice water . Then , she rushed to Olivers side , her face filled with concern as she turned to me , roaring , Rylan , have you lost your damn mind ? What about the Oldom project if Oliver gets a head injury ? I finally understand whats going on with you today! You just cant stand seeing Oliver be better than you , so youre deliberately trying to sabotage this project , arent you ? I scoffed , my face full of disdain , Jealous of an idiot ? Please . And … I continued , Ive already resigned . So dont pull that bossy attitude with me . Im done playing your games ! Carnila trembled with rage , her eyes red rimmed , about to retort . I strode out of the conference room without looking back . The sounds of the commotion and Vincents furious shouts faded behind me . I gathered my belongings from my office , my gaze lingering on the velvet gift box on my desk . I was lost in thought . It was a custom made bracelet I had ordered from abroad . Originally intended as an anniversary gift for Camila . How ironic it seemed now . Staring at the bracelet , I couldnt help but fall into a trance . Back in college , Camila was my goddess . I knew I was just an ordinary guy , not worthy of a high class heiress like her . So I just silently adored her , running errands , buying her lunch , and even doing her homework . And , of course , she took me for granted , treating me like a spare tire . One day , I found a silver bracelet she had lost and tried to return it . < Q But she threw it into a dirty ditch and told me to step up and be her boyfriend . Everyone said she was just lashing out because her first love had dumped her , taking revenge on me . But I refused to believe it . I doubled down on being good to her , convinced that one day , my love would win her over . Like a loyal puppy , I revolved around her 24/7 . I showered her with gifts , always coming up with new surprises . Even after ten years of marriage , nothing changed . Our anniversary was always marked in my calendar , even though Camila never remembered it , let alone celebrated it . I knew she was never truly passionate about me , but I always believed she loved me in her way . Maybe this was just how she expressed love . So , I willingly accepted being a powerless CEO at the company and a live in husband to the Winthrop family . I thought our life would continue to be happy and fulfilling. But I underestimated the power of her first love . It wasnt until I saw her attitude towards Oliver , the unconcealed love in her eyes , that I realized my ten years of devotion were nothing but self deception . Perhaps Oliver had held a place in Camilas heart all along . And I was nothing more than a dispensable substitute . Just as I was about to throw away the gift , I bumped into Camila and her entourage returning to the office . Well , well , Rylan , werent you quite the tough guy earlier ? she sneered . Cant you be a bit less petty and resort to such low tactics ? Camila stood in the doorway , arm in arm , with Oliver , a group of executives trailing behind them . I sneered inwardly , Huh , this shameless pair really doesnt bother hiding it . Oliver gently tugged Camilas sleeve and said with feigned concern , Camila , Mr. Langley must want to apologize to you . Look at the bracelet in his hand . He probably prepared it specifically to beg for your forgiveness ! Camila paused , then scoffed , Hah ! Does he think he can win me over with a cheap bracelet ? If Oliver hadnt stopped me , I would have called security ages ago … As she spoke , she reached out to grab the bracelet from my hand . 1 frowned and , acting preemptively , tossed the bracelet straight into the trash can . Youre sick , I said . Even garbage is appealing to you . You should get that delusional disorder of yours treated .