How my EX-HUSBAND became my BOSS

Chapter 16. Anna supports Mary in her new endeavor

Mary felt confused and vulnerable. She understood that her life had changed dramatically, and now she had to adapt to new conditions. Tom was there for her, supporting her, but Mary knew that she needed other support - a friendly, feminine one. And only Anna Clarke could help her with that.

Anna was the friend Mary had always wanted. She was able to listen, give valuable advice and support in difficult times. After learning of Tom's decision and that Mary was now living with him, Anna hurried to her friend's house to express her support and offer to help.

"I'm so glad you've finally given free rein to your feelings," Anna said, hugging Mary. - You deserve to be happy, and I believe Tom will make you happy."

Mary smiled, but there was concern in her eyes.

"I want to believe that, too," she said. - But I still have the feeling that everything is too good to be true." Tom and I have only just started building our relationship, and there are already so many obstacles...

Anna sat down next to Mary and looked into her eyes.

"You have to remember that any relationship is hard," she said. - You and Tom have been through a long separation, difficult times, and now you will have to learn how to live together, express your feelings openly and solve problems together.

Mary nodded, considering Anna's words. She liked how her friend was able to put everything on the shelves, to make complex things clear and simple.

"But what really bothers me," Mary continued, " is Sarah's reaction. I know that she won't forgive Tom and will look for ways to get revenge. And then there's Richard Morgan, who obviously won't leave us alone.

Anna looked out the window thoughtfully.

"Yes, these people can be a serious threat to your happiness," she agreed. - But you and Tom need to focus on how you feel, how you want to build a life together. And you can deal with external threats if you work together and trust each other.

Mary sighed and looked at Anna gratefully.

"You always know what to say," she said. - I'm so lucky to have a friend like that.

Anna smiled and patted Mary's hand.

"We'll get through everything together," she promised. - Now let's talk about how you can strengthen your position in the company. You're still working there, right?

Mary nodded.

"Yes, I don't want to leave yet," she said. - It's a good job, and I want to prove that I can be successful regardless of my personal relationship with Tom.

Anna thought for a few seconds, then began to list possible strategies.

- First, you should focus on your professional qualities, show excellent results in your work, so that no one can doubt your competence. Secondly, try to build relationships with your colleagues and show that you are open to communication and cooperation. And, third, don't forget about diplomacy - sometimes the ability to remain silent or choose the right words can be more important than loud statements.

Mary listened carefully to Anna, memorizing her advice. She understood that her friend was right, and she really needed to focus on her career and personal life, not allowing external factors to dictate their terms.

Meanwhile, tempers continued to boil in the office. Richard Morgan was always scheming, trying to find new ways to hurt Tom and Mary. He knew that their union was a serious obstacle to his own goals, and he was willing to do anything to destroy their relationship.

Elizabeth Taylor watched with curiosity and a touch of envy. She still couldn't get over her feelings for Tom, but she knew she had no chance to compete with Mary. Nevertheless, Elizabeth was willing to take every opportunity to remind her of herself and perhaps change the course of events in her favor.

Michael Gray continued to reveal the secrets of the office. He became more and more convinced that something strange was going on in the company, and decided to pursue his investigation to the end. Michael knew that the truth could be dangerous, but his curiosity and desire to understand what was happening was stronger than his fear.

Meanwhile, Mary tried to follow Anna's advice. She devoted a lot of time to her work, trying to build relationships with colleagues and at the same time build a new life with Tom. Sometimes she felt like she was torn between different responsibilities and desires, but the thought of having the person she loved next to her gave her strength and confidence.

Tom also tried to do everything possible to make Mary feel happy and protected. He paid her a lot of attention, tried to protect her from external threats and create a comfortable atmosphere in their new home. But deep down, Tom knew that they still had a lot of challenges ahead of them, and they had to be prepared for any eventuality.

So the days and weeks passed. Mary and Tom learned to live together, overcome difficulties and enjoy small joys. They knew that their path would not be easy, but they were ready to go forward hand in hand, supporting and loving each other.

Although the shadows of the past still loomed on the horizon, and intrigues and dangers lurked at every turn, Mary and Tom believed that their love and mutual support would help them overcome any obstacles. They built their future on the foundation of sincere feelings, and this confidence gave them the strength to move forward, no matter what.

Michael Gray was one of those people who couldn't leave a mystery unsolved. Ever since he had begun to suspect that something strange was going on in the office, his curiosity had grown stronger. He understood that ordinary work activities could not be the cause of all the unusual events that he observed. Michael decided to dig deeper and find out what was really going on inside the walls of this building.

Every morning, he arrived at work earlier than everyone else, so that he could study the situation calmly. He carefully looked through the documents, listened to the conversations of colleagues, tried to catch the slightest hints that could reveal the secret. Michael knew that he had to be careful not to arouse suspicion.

One day, while rummaging through some old papers, he came across some strange letters addressed to Richard Morgan. The letters referred to some financial schemes and possible frauds. Michael realized that Richard might be much more dangerous than he first thought. He decided to follow Richard to find out who he was communicating with and what steps he was taking.

At the same time, Michael did not forget to keep an eye on other employees. He noticed that Elizabeth Taylor often lingered in Tom Stanley's office, and it made him think that there might be a special relationship between them. But at the same time, as he saw Mary Wilson and Tom spending more and more time together, he knew that there was a much deeper intrigue here.

As the days passed, Michael gradually picked up the pieces of the puzzle. He found out that Richard had repeatedly tried to use information about Tom and Mary's personal relationship for his own purposes. Michael also found out about how Tom's wife, Sarah, was trying to find out the truth about her husband's infidelity. All these facts added up to a complex picture, where each character played a different role in the big game.

Meanwhile, Michael began cautiously asking some of his colleagues what they thought of what was happening in the office. He tried to do it in a way that didn't betray his true intentions. Some were evasive, while others shared their suspicions and observations. From these conversations, Michael learned a lot of interesting things: how David Harris tried to court Mary, how Tom fired David, and many other events that had seemed disjointed, but now began to form a single picture.

With each passing day, Michael became more and more convinced that there was an atmosphere of intrigue and betrayal in the office. He knew that revealing all the secrets could have serious consequences, but his desire to find out the truth was stronger than his fear.

One night, after staying late at the office, Michael overheard a quiet conversation in Tom's office. He crept closer and listened. Tom and Mary were talking. They discussed their future, shared their fears and hopes. Michael realized that their relationship was much more serious than he had realized.

This information was a real discovery for him. Now he knew that Tom and Mary's love was at the center of all the intrigues, and that the other characters were only trying to take advantage of the situation.

But Michael knew he had to be careful. Revealing secrets could not only change the course of events in the office, but also affect the fate of people. He decided to observe a little more, gather all the facts, and then decide what to do next.

While Michael continued his investigation, the office was bustling with activity. Richard Morgan was still trying to promote his interests, Elizabeth Taylor was still hoping for something special from Tom, and Sarah was still plotting revenge. Mary and Tom tried to build their relationship despite all the obstacles, and Anna supported Mary, giving her valuable advice.

Michael felt that he was on the verge of a big discovery, but he knew that the price of this discovery could be high. He had to decide whether to go all the way, or whether it was better to leave some secrets unsolved. Nevertheless, his curiosity and sense of justice pushed him forward, forcing him to look for answers to all questions.

So the days and weeks passed. Michael was getting deeper and deeper into the world of intrigue and mystery that was hidden behind the facade of an ordinary office building. He knew that his investigation could change a lot, but he was prepared for the consequences. After all, the truth, no matter how bitter it may be, is always better than lies and omissions.

And although the path to the truth was long and thorny, Michael was sure that sooner or later all the secrets would be revealed. The only question is where this will lead and how each character's life will change in this difficult drama.