Chapter 58 You Deserve Better
I have to talk to Cole and clear things up. It’s a rare opportunity to work for Mashion and he shouldn’t give that up because of me.
Savannah understood how tough it was for him to gain a foothold in a big city. Once he lost his job, he would struggle to survive.
The salary and benefits offered by Mashion were pretty good. He should at least secure a new job before his resignation. Making the decision recklessly would do him no good.
Savannah tried to reach Cole but he didn’t answer her calls. After multiple attempts, he finally answered her call.
“Cole, where are you? I have something to explain to you. Listen, I have no idea about your employment, or else I wouldn’t be so surprised to see you in the meeting room this morning…”
“I’m at the lakeside in the park opposite Mashion.” Cole gave a brief reply.
“I’m on my way.”
On the other side, Emmett didn’t put much thought into it when Savannah stormed out of the office. He thought he could handle Savannah just like how he dealt with other women like child’s play.
However, he came to his senses after a few seconds. She’s not going to the washroom. She’s going after that man!
He immediately got up from his seat. Anger and jealousy filled his heart. The pen in his hand was broken into halves. How dare she do that right under my nose!
Emmett quickly called Nolan and asked him about Savannah. “I told you to get a private investigator to tail Savannah. Is the person still having his eyes on her?”
“Yes. He has been tailing her as soon as she steps out of the house or the company. Aren’t you two in Mashion now? Why do you ask all of a sudden?”
“She has left the company. Tell the person to report to me her location. I want to know her every move!” Emmett said.
“Understood.” Emmett ended the call before Nolan could ask further.
Nolan contacted the private investigator and gave him orders as Emmett wanted.
When Savannah arrived at the park, she saw Cole standing beside the lake.
Cole was around six feet tall with broad shoulders. Although he was not well-built like Emmett, his presence made people feel safe.
Back when they were studying at the university, he had many admirers. Many girls were swooning over him. However, no one managed to win his heart.
Savannah carefully approached him. She kept a one-meter distance between them before she called him from behind. “Cole, please listen to my explanation.”
Cole was furious with what happened. The girl whom he loved for so many years was married and she even became his boss. He couldn’t bring himself to accept the harsh reality.
“There’s nothing much left to explain. It’s just that I knew nothing about your family background. Now, you’re married to a wealthy man, living a good life.” Cole’s voice was full of sarcasm. Not only was he mocking her but also himself.
“It’s a long story. Indeed, my biological parents are rich, but they don’t love me because I’m an orphan…” Savannah told him everything.
As he listened to her story, he turned around and took a step closer to her. His eyes widened in disbelief. “How could your parents do that to you?”
Savannah gave a sarcastic chuckle. “I’d rather they never found me and took me into the Avery family. In that case, perhaps I’d stay in the orphanage, then I would complete my studies with the sponsorship, get myself a decent job, and live a normal life.”
Cole heaved a sigh of relief as he understood that she didn’t do that out of her own free will. He approached her and held her hand. “You should’ve told me earlier. I can help you and Freddie get out of here and get rid of them forever.”
Savannah pulled her hand back. “It’s useless. Freddie and I have no other choice.”
She should’ve left the city with Freddie after she was released from prison. They should’ve hidden from the Avery family to stay out of trouble.
However, she was married to Emmett now. Both the Avery family and Quaker family would never let her go.
Besides, Emmett was a control freak. Unless he was willing to let her go, there was no way she could escape from him.
“I’m here for you. You don’t have to be afraid…”
Savannah shook her head. Cole was bold enough to help her, but he could never outfight Sean nor Emmett. He would only get himself into deep water.
“I’m not asking for your help. I just… I don’t want to drag you into this.”
“I’ll do anything for you. I’m not afraid of them. I can’t let them hurt you!” Cole refused to listen to her.
Savannah patted him on his shoulder. “Thanks. I appreciate the thought. I’m fine. I can protect myself. It’s you I’m worried about. You just give your best for your new job in Design Department, alright? Moreover, you have to pretend not to know me when you’re in the company. Remember, always watch what you say. Please don’t ruin your career because of me. Most importantly, never barge into the President’s Office again. Otherwise, the Quaker family will do something awful to you. It’s not as simple as losing your job.”
Cole looked at Savannah sadly, “We’re working in the same company. I can’t let the retard bully you like that.”
His eyes reddened as he got emotional. “Emmett didn’t bully me. We’re a lawfully wedded couple. Besides, he’s not a retard. Don’t ever say that again. Just give your best and get a good girl, Cole. Since you’ve decided to stay here, you should earn yourself a house and a car as soon as possible, then live a good life with your loved ones,” Savannah replied.
“But…”
“You deserve better, Cole.” Savannah smiled at him, then continued, “You have to harden your resolve not only for your sake but also for your family’s. Think of the reason why you want to stay here in this big city.”
Cole’s hands are tied. He could do nothing other than giving her some words of encouragement. He was no match for a rich, powerful man like Emmett Quaker.
Cole cast a bitter smile at her. He made a clown of himself when he proposed to fight against the Quakers. “Take care of yourself, Savannah. Let me know if you need my help. I’ll try my best to help you.”
Savannah finally smiled as she knew he had thought it through. She nodded her head.
“But how are you going to keep yourself safe from harm if you are stuck in the middle of these politics? If things go south, they’ll sacrifice you without hesitation.” Cole was worried sick about her situation.
“Don’t worry. There will be a way out of this,” Savannah replied confidently.
Cole nodded. “I believe in you. You’ll have your life back soon.”
“I hope so. Soon, I’ll have a life of freedom with Freddie.” Savannah was relieved after clearing things up with Cole. “Well, I have to return to the office now. Don’t forget to go through the employee entry procedure.”
After saying that, she turned around and headed to the company.
