“Miley, I need to go home.


    ”


    In thete-night quietude, Matthew stood by the expansive floor-to— ceiling window of his study.


    His phone screen disyed his chat with Ste.


    These were her messages to Maverick.


    She hadid down an ultimatum, to meet to discuss their looming divorce soon, or she would proceed to file the papers.


    The vi resonated with a stillness, amplified by the soft Lighting illuminating the garden.


    He was unsure of how to reply to Ste’s message, yet aware he couldn’t afford to dy things any further.


    Matthew returned to his desk with a heavy heart.


    Launching his work software, he thoughtfully drafted a message to Ste.


    “Your design for Mrs.N?velDrama.Org: owner of this content.


    Burke’s gown was outstanding.


    Thepany will be rewarding you with a bonus for your exceptional contribution.


    We look forward to your continued excellence.


    The message seemed to hang in the digital abyss for an interminable moment, met with no immediate response.


    Matthew nced at the clock, his brow furrowing.


    Had she already gone to bed?


    Just as he considered shutting down the software, he noticed the message status change to “read.


    ”


    Relief had barely time to wash over him when a new email notification broke the silence.


    Ste had submitted a request for resignation.


    Matthew was startled when he came across Ste’s resignation letter.


    Without hesitation, he dialed her number.


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    Ste was caught off guard by Matthew’s call.


    She hesitated briefly before finally answering the phone.


    It was clear to her that Matthew was calling to discuss her resignation, so she skipped the formalities and waited for him to speak.


    After an awkward pause, Matthew finally spoke.


    “What’s prompting you to resign so abruptly?”


    Having prepared herself, Ste answered with poise, “I’m looking to recalibrate my career path.


    ”


    She had spent a contemtive afternoon steeling herself for this conversation, and now she faced Matthew’s queries with equanimity.


    She was aware that Matthew was an excellent employer and that a future under his leadership would be bright.