Chapter 142: Let’s make a baby.
Augustine’s eyes lit up, a smile breaking across his face. He tilted her chin up with a gentle finger, forcing her to look at him.
"Let’s make a baby then," he teased playfully, leaning down for a kiss.
But Anne pressed her fingers to his lips, stopping him just short. "I don’t want to be late for work," she said quickly. "And I need to resign today."
The joy in Augustine’s expression faltered instantly. His brows drew together in confusion and worry.
"Resign? Why? Lorie has already confessed. Everything is clear now. You can resume as the project lead, and I’ll support you completely. You don’t have to leave. Why resign?"
He searched her face, concerned, as if trying to understand the real reason behind her decision.
Anne’s shoulders slumped, her voice thick with disappointment. "No, no, I don’t want to stay on that project anymore."
Her mouth tightened into a hard line. "If I go back as the team lead, it’ll just cause unnecessary friction with Luke. I saw how proud he was when Megan promoted him. Even if he doesn’t show it openly, he’ll resent stepping down for me. That bitterness will poison the whole team dynamic, and I don’t want to be the cause of that."
She let out a long breath. "And honestly, after everything that happened, my heart isn’t in it anymore. I’ve lost my passion for the project. Forcing myself to stay would only hurt the work and me. It’s better if I step away. Don’t worry, I’ll find another job soon."
Augustine listened carefully, understanding her hesitation. "If you don’t want to continue, I won’t force you. But you don’t have to leave the company."
His smile returned. "Why don’t you become my secretary instead?"