Reborn Fake Heiress Watch the Whole Family Burn novel Chapter 862

"Are you talking about Lorna? Why would Lorna do that to him? Weren't they living together?" "Exactly. Charles said he was going to be the Ellington son-in-law any day now. He even borrowed a bunch of money from me. How did he end up getting kicked out?" The sales department was in an absolute uproar. The entire situation was unbelievable. "Is it possible that Lorna dumped him? She is a billionaire heiress and the new CEO now, after all. Maybe she realized Charles isn't good enough for her." "Yeah, that makes sense." As the heated debate raged on, Rachel Ward walked into the room. "What's all this chatter about? Are we not working today?" Rachel glared at the room. One of the employees spoke up. "Ms. Ward, did you hear? Charles got fired. He was literally thrown out of the building." "Is that true?" Rachel frowned. When she had visited the Ellington Estate, she saw how well Lorna treated Charles. Why would they suddenly have a falling out? "Alright, enough with the gossip. Get back to work." Rachel decided to go dig for information herself. But the moment she turned around, she saw Theresa standing in the doorway. She immediately sneered. "Theresa Graham, weren't you fired? Why are you back here? You really have no shame." "No, the person who should be fired is you, Rachel." "What's that supposed to mean? You think you can talk to me like that..." Before Rachel could finish her sentence, she noticed several top executives in tailored suits standing right behind Theresa. She froze. She recognized these men. One of them was her direct superior, the department manager. "Sir, what... what is going on here?" Rachel stammered in confusion. The manager barked at her. "Rachel Ward, how dare you! You have some nerve speaking to the CEO in that tone." "The CEO? You're saying she is the CEO?" Rachel was reeling in shock. "Yes. The woman standing in front of you is the Chairman's biological daughter, Miss Theresa Ellington. As of this morning, she has officially taken over as the CEO of the Ellington Group. Do you understand now?" Rachel's legs instantly gave out, a violent shudder ripping through her body. "How is that possible... she's not... Lorna is the heiress! Where is Lorna!" Rachel asked frantically. "Who is Lorna? What nonsense are you talking about? The CEO came down to inspect the department, and you dare to disrespect her like this!" "That's enough. Quiet down," Theresa said, raising a hand to silence them. "I am announcing that as of this moment, Rachel Ward is terminated. As for the position of Sales Supervisor, HR will begin the hiring process immediately." Rachel slumped to the floor, all the strength leaving her body. She had worked at this company for twenty years. She was only a few years away from retirement. Getting fired like this meant she would lose everything. Her son was still in college and about to get married. She needed the money more than ever. "Theresa... no, Ms. Ellington, I was wrong. I know I did a lot of terrible things to you in the past, but I was forced into it! Please, forgive me. Please give me one more chance!" Rachel slumped against the nearest desk, begging desperately. Theresa looked at her with pure disgust. "I've seen your true colors, Rachel. You kiss up to anyone with power and step on anyone below you. Did you really think I'd believe a word you say? Having someone like you in this company is a liability. Pack your things and get out." Rachel's face turned ash-gray. Theresa's gaze swept over the rest of the terrified office. "From now on, focus on your work." Leaving them with that single warning, she turned and headed to the next department.