“You want to play the game, Liam? Fine. But from now on, you don't work for the company. You work for me. And I never lose a bet.”
Liam’s heart hammered against his ribs. He had spent months tweaking the numbers, convinced that a slight 'optimization' was the only way to get Jaime’s attention. He told himself it wasn't cheating; it was creative accounting for a desperate cause. Download Cheating Bet His New Boss Jaime Thorne epub
Liam looked at the pen, then at the man who now owned his secret. He realized too late that he hadn't cheated the system; he had walked straight into a trap designed by a master. He signed his name, knowing that while he had finally reached the top floor, he had never been further from being free. AI responses may include mistakes. Learn more “You want to play the game, Liam
“I’m thorough, Mr. Thorne,” Liam replied, his voice barely steady. You work for me
“In this building, we don't bet on the numbers,” Jaime whispered, his gaze locking onto Liam’s. “We bet on the people. And you just proved you’re willing to burn the house down to win a seat at the table.”
The silence that followed wasn't cold anymore—it was electric. Liam expected security to escort him out. Instead, Jaime pulled out a new contract, one with terms that felt more like a cage than a promotion.