Obedience No More He's the One I Deserved novel Chapter 55

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Chapter 55 Maybe You’ll Be Surprised

Janice chuckled and gently pushed Dawn toward the car.

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“Stop overthinking it. Just go home. Finally got a company–paid day off–I’m gonna sleep like a log. See you tomorrow!”

Watching the cab drive away, Janice let out a heavy sigh of relief.

She pulled out her phone and sent a message to the boss.

“Wendy apologized. Dawn went home.”

In the office, Ethan leaned back in his chair with his long legs casually resting on the edge of the desk, his slender fingers holding his phone as he read the message. His usually sharp brows relaxed just a little.

Just then, Tony pushed the door open.

“Boss, the evidence has been submitted. And there are two women who were harassed by Marshall, willing to testify in court.”

With that, Marshall was finished.

“Good.”

Ethan twirled his phone in his palm, his dark eyes sharp and commanding. “Have HR issue a statement listing all of Wendy’s misconduct. From now on, she’ll never collaborate with us again.”

Since she had pushed Dawn into trouble this time, she had probably done similar things before. Her career ended here. It was just karma catching up.

Tony didn’t feel any pity. He left and immediately made the necessary calls,

Within two hours, HR posted an announcement in the company chat: Wendy had been fired for personal misconduct, and any brands working with Dreammaker Studios would never work with Wendy again.

The announcement spread like wildfire.

Wendy had been at Dreammaker Studios for quite a while, and she had lots of notable works.

And now, she was suddenly fired?

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But after learning why, everyone agreed she had brought it on herself.

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Lucky someone like her was gone. Otherwise, who knew who would be forced to drink next?

Small chat groups buzzed with gossip, even uncovering some of Wendy’s lesser–known misdeeds, and everyone shared a few harsh remarks in solidarity.

Once the gossip died down, the next question was: Who would take over Wendy’s position?

That remained a mystery.

Dawn quietly read the messages, only replying when tagged. As for who would become the next team lead, it didn’t matter to her.

By 7 p.m., an engine sounded in the courtyard.

Dawn sprang up from the couch, quickly brushed her hair, slipped on her shoes, and sat properly.

She took two deep breaths, and even she didn’t quite understand why she was doing this.

Doesn’t Ethan already know what I’m like? He’s seen me like this since I was little …

Dawn pursed her lips, feeling a small, unexplained annoyance.

When Ethan pushed the door open, he saw her sitting up straight like a good girl, perfectly still.

He couldn’t help but smirk, tilting his head. “Ms. Porter, what exactly are you doing?”

“I …” Dawn’s cheeks flushed instantly, stammering, “Nothing … Just waiting for you to come back so we can eat together.”

Ethan’s smile widened as he lifted the dishes in his hand. “Alright. Give me 30 minutes.”

He set the food aside, removed his suit jacket and wristwatch, then rolled up his shirt sleeves with a smooth, flowing motion that was mesmerizing to watch.

Before he looked her way, Dawn quickly turned her face.

The soft sound of his laughter reached her ears, making the tips of her ears burn red,

Once the kitchen door closed, Dawn exhaled slowly, releasing the breath she had been holding in her chest, blinking several times.

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During dinner, Ethan briefly asked about the day’s events, and Dawn answered each question. By the end, she was still puzzled. “Looks like I really underestimated Dreammaker Studios. They handle employee matters so quickly.”

She had only met Wendy at noon, and by the afternoon, HR had already issued an

announcement.

Wendy couldn’t have spread it herself, right? Did the company plant listening devices on everyone?

Dawn looked down at her food, not noticing that Ethan had paused mid–bite. Then, in his calm, casual voice, he said, “That’s a good thing. They’re being responsible for every employee.”

“Of course.”

Not many companies could manage that.

Dawn couldn’t help but sigh. “What a shame. Last time the boss came to the office, I didn’t get to see him. I was actually curious.”

Ethan raised an eyebrow. “Curious about what?”

“Curious what kind of person he is.”

Dawn rested her chin on her hand, thinking and shaking her head. “Must be a very refined, gentlemanly person.”

Ethan’s brow twitched, and he almost felt jealous.

But then he thought, So what she’s curious? I’m her boss!

Thinking this, Ethan’s brief worry faded, and he relaxed. “You’ll definitely get a chance to meet him. Maybe you’ll be surprised when you do.”

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