Chapter 22 Tit for Tat 13 min left Somehow , Caleb had stood behind Caroline , his eyes radiating cold arrogance . William's fists clenched . " You have no say here ! " Caleb ignored him and turned to Caroline . " If you don't want to ruin this project , give those flowers back , sign this contract , and stay with Martin Group . " With that , he handed over a contract . It was clear . He'd invest in Supreme Sword , but Caroline had to stay with Martin Group indefinitely . The deal matched everything Anthony offered . For a game studio desperate for investment , it was an enticing offer . " I know you rejected the offers publicly for attention , " Caleb said . " Now we can discuss this privately . The studio has been stagnant for years - everyone here knows what this kind of capital injection could mean . My demands are minimal . This contract won't cost you anything . " " Won't cost me anything ? " Caroline retorted . " Working with a jerk like you is already a loss . The mere thought of working for you makes me sick . " 1/6 09:42 Chapter 22 Tit for Tat 13 min left " Caroline ! " Caleb finally snapped . " Have you read this contract ? Even if you want to reject it , ask your team . Which one of them isn't tempted ? " William looked over the document carefully , then said , " I've read it through . This contract just shows what a manipulative jerk you are ! " You think this piece of paper can trap her forever ? Nice try , Mr. Martin . Who do you think you are to demand her compliance ? " Caleb finally deigned to look at William , his gaze pure contempt . " You're in no position to challenge me , " he said icily . " One more word , and I can make your game vanish from the industry today . " " Enough ! " Caroline interrupted , swinging the bouquet into Caleb's face . Dewdrops splashed across his features as flower stems scraped his skin , petals scattering over him . Caleb's face turned ashen , a red rash appearing where the flowers touched him . He had a severe pollen allergy ! Edwin rushed to support his unstable boss. " Mrs. Martin , you 2/6 09:42 Chapter 22 Tit for Tat knew about Mr. Martin's allergy . " 13 min left " Of course I did , " Caroline shot back . " Just like he knew how much I hated staying at Martin Group , yet he tried to force me . So , isn't that just fair play ? " She turned to Caleb . "You've sent me countless flowers , air - shipped from abroad . But no matter how carefully cultivated , they'd wilt in two days , leaving nothing but decay . " These flowers in my hand now ? They're full of life . They'll last a week in water . They're not cheap - and I love them . " Caleb glared at her through narrowed eyes , his chest heaving as the red rashes spread across his face . He struggled to speak , " So you'd rather become my enemy ? Be cornered with them ? All to leave Martin Group ? " Caroline's eyes were hard as she held up her phone . " Yep , that's my decision . I've recorded everything you just said . You tried to take over the Supreme Sword with threats and shady tactics . If you don't want this video going public , pull back your contract ! " Caleb sneered . " I'd let you go even without the blackmail . Since you're set on leaving , I hope Anthony finds you better work . Don't come crawling back when you crash and burn . " 3/6 09:42 Chapter 22 Tit for Tat With that , he left . ab 13 min left In his car , Caleb pressed a hand to his forehead , fighting waves of allergic reaction . In minutes , his throat had swollen so severely he could barely breathe . If his family doctor hadn't arrived promptly , his life might have been in danger . Back then , whenever he'd had an allergy attack , she'd cried with worry , clutching his hand . He could still feel her tears hitting his skin . Yet today , to escape him , she'd weaponized his allergy against him . This Caroline was truly different from before . Fighting to stay conscious , Caleb instructed , " Edwin , have HR issue a statement announcing Caroline's dismissal . " Soon , news of Caroline's dismissal quickly went viral . Shortly after , reports emerged of her joining the Supreme Sword studio . Some paparazzi even captured photos of her in an intimate conversation with William . 4/6 09:42 Chapter 22 Tit for Tat The photos set off rumors . 13 min left People speculated Caroline left Caleb and her high - paying job just for a fling with William . Besides , Anthony's role in her prison release surfaced . Soon , rumors of multiple affairs spread like wildfire . Yet Caroline seemed unfazed . The next morning , she arrived at the Martin Group as usual to complete her resignation paperwork with HR . Returning to her office afterward , she heard a familiar voice . " Hello , everyone ! I'm looking forward to working with you all . I'm new to this role , so please guide me ! " " Of course ! We're glad to help . You didn't need to bring treats ! " " Yeah , especially from that expensive café . Even Ms. Warren never splurged there ! " Michelle's voice dripped with false sympathy . " Well , Ms. Warren has always been frugal . After all , she wasn't born wealthy - the Martin family sponsored her since childhood . Being thrifty is a virtue , really. " " What ? She was actually a charity case ? Yet she acts so superior ! 5/6 09:42 Chapter 22 Tit for Tat I thought she came from money ! " 13 min left " The poorest people often put on the biggest act , " someone chimed in . " She always seemed so aloof , but behind the scenes , she's juggling multiple men . I heard she's now with some young boy toy . Her cheating got her fired . She's in for a rough time . " Write your comment Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!