Between Ruin And Resolve My Ex-Husband's Regret novel Chapter 155

Chapter 155 The Paparazzo

Sadie was unfazed by the rumors swirling around her.

In any office, gossip was as common and unavoidable as the air we breathe.

She chose to ignore such idle chatter, preferring instead to dedicate herself to her work and let her achievements speak for themselves.

“Miss Hudson, long time no see.” The tone was sharp and biting.

Sadie came to a halt and glanced toward the voice.

It came from Melissa Frazier, the marketing department’s deputy manager.

Sadie recalled that during her days as a secretary, Melissa had frequently gone out of her way to complicate her life.

Today, Melissa was clad in a bright red dress and overdone makeup, which only accentuated her showiness.

With her arms crossed and a self–satisfied look on her face, Melissa eyed Sadie.

“Do you need something. Ms. Frazier?”

“Is it wrong to say hello without any particular reason? Melissa retorted. “I just wanted to remind you that you’re in the marketing department now, not the secretarial department. It might do you some good to remember our rules.”

“Thank you for the heads–up, Ms. Frazier,” Sadie replied, maintaining a courteous yet distant smile. “I’ll take note.”

Without another word, Sadie continued on her way, leaving Melissa behind.

Melissa, fists clenched, watched as Sadie walked away.

Just then, Tina, passing by and witnessing the exchange, hurried over to Sadie and took hold of her arm.

“Sadie, ignore them,” Tina whispered gently. “They’re envious, that’s all.”

With a mild smile, Sadie responded, “I’m aware. It really doesn’t bother me.”

“How can it not bother you?” Tina’s voice grew louder with incredulity. “Their behavior is absurd!”

Facing the marketing team directly, Tina spoke with a firm tone. “Why the whispers? Sadie is now a partner of Wall Group

and leads her own studio! She’s not your subordinate. Have some decency!”

The marketing team members visibly recoiled, intimidated by Tina’s assertive stance, and fell silent.

Sadie softly touched Tina’s hand, reassuring her. “Tina, it’s okay.”

Tina, observing the genuine peace on Sadie’s face, understood she was truly unbothered.

With a sigh, Tina linked arms with Sadie and steered her towards the break room.

“Let’s have some coffee.”

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They settled into the break room, sinking onto the sofa.

Cradling her own steaming coffee, Tina looked at Sadie with a mix of concern and admiration. “What’s your strategy? Are you just going to let them continue like this?”

Sadie maintained her composure. “I’ll handle things as they unfold. The rumors will cease once people see they have no impact on me. Ultimately, the truth will prevail.”

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Tina admired Sadie’s calm demeanor, though it also stirred a touch of sadness within her.

At that moment, Sadie’s phone buzzed.

She looked at the caller ID to see it was Pierre, her assistant.

“Hello,” Sadie answered.

“Miss Hudson, I located the paparazzo. He’s willing to meet this evening at Azure Mist Cafe.”

“Okay, understood. I’ll meet him at seven. You’ll come with me.”

“Will do, Miss Hudson.”

After ending the call, Sadie set her phone down on the desk

Tina glanced at her, uncertainty clear in her expression.

“Sadie…” she said tentatively.

Looking up, Sadie offered a slight smile. “I’m okay. Just some matters to address.”

As dusk settled, the city’s lights flickered to life.

The ambiance inside Azure Mist Cafe was cozy, illuminated by gentle, warm lighting.

Seated by the window, Sadie and Pierre awaited the arrival of the paparazzo.

Pierre looked around nervously, while Sadie perused the files she brought with a calm demeanor.

Soon, a man clad in a black jacket and a baseball cap approached and took the seat opposite them.

He took off his cap, revealing a rather untrustworthy face.

“Hi, I’m Jarrod Bates.”

Sadie looked up. “You’re the one who took those photos?”

Jarrod’s expression carried a hint of arrogance. “Yes, I took them.”

“Who put you up to it?” Sadie inquired, her gaze piercing as she fixed her eyes on him.

Caught off guard by her directness, Jarrod hesitated.

“I… I decided to take them on my own…”

Sadie scoffed. “Really? Mr. Bates, do you expect me to believe that?”

She leaned in a bit closer.

Jarrod shifted uncomfortably, recoiling slightly from her intense scrutiny.

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“The technique was sophisticated, the angles carefully chosen. You’re clearly professional; such precision isn’t typical of random paparazzi, who prefer clear, simple shots. You focused on blurring my face and capturing the exact moment Beccy handed me the gift, evidently aiming to sway public opinion against me.”

Sadie paused to let her words sink in. “So, who paid you? Five hundred thousand dollars? A million? More?”

Sweat formed on Jarrod’s brow as he squirmed, his eyes flickering with unease.

He had imagined a straightforward job: snap some photos, collect the cash, and vanish.

Yet, here he was, caught in what seemed like an inescapable snare.

Pierre remained quiet, attentively watching the interaction unfold.

He found himself impressed by Sadie’s composed manner.

Sadie allowed the moment to breathe, patiently awaiting Jarrod’s reply.

“You know how it goes in this business, right, Miss Hudson?” Jarrod attempted a calm demeanor but his voice betrayed his

nervousness.

He rubbed his hands, concealing his inner turmoil.

Nonchalantly, Sadie pulled out a bank card from her purse and slid it across the table towards him.

“I’m quite familiar with the rules. Now, tell me who directed you to do this?”

Jarrod gulped, his eyes greedily darting to the card, then forcefully reined in his desires.

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