A rare coldness flickered across Aiden's face, his usually composed demeanor cracking ever so slightly.
"Bullshit!" Preston roared, his voice trembling with indignation. "Brat, I admit I badmouthed you in front of Miss Adams, but you don't have to target me like this! I was only speaking up for Riverview Pharmaceuticals—there's no personal grudge here. Stop spouting baseless accusations!"
Jessica's expression wavered, a flicker of doubt crossing her face as she glanced between the two men.
"Speaking up for Riverview Pharmaceuticals, huh?" Ethan sneered, his eyes narrowing. "You're trying to drive a wedge between Miss Adams and me. Otis put you up to this, didn't he? What a loyal servant you are! You might be able to fool Jessica with her trust in you, but you can't fool me."
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