Billionaire's Regret: Losing Me And Our Son - Chapter 146: Chapter 146

There weren't many employees entering and exiting the elevator. The only reason I could see Bernie at a glance was because she was carrying a cardboard box that was meant for storing things.
I was instantly attracted, and I looked at Bernie with a sharper gaze.
There were many personal items in the box. There were cups, photo frames, small succulent plants, and a few notebooks with sticky notes.
Bernie clearly saw me too. Her expression shifted from her usual gentle and kind demeanor to one of discomfort, with furrowed brows and a tight grip on the box she held in her arms.
"Hello, do you want to come in?" The employee beside me saw Bernie standing outside the staircase hesitantly and took the initiative to ask kindly.
Bernie pursed her lips, and her face visibly paled. She avoided my gaze and shook her head, declining the offer.
The moment the elevator door slowly closed, I realized that the reason why Bernie didn't want to talk to me was most likely because of the awkwardness after the truth was exposed.
"That person just now seemed to be the CEO's secretary, right?" Someone in the elevator recognized Bernie and started whispering.
The elevator, the pantry, and the washroom were considered the "three largest" places for the spread of workplace gossip. One could hear all kinds of gossip.
"That's right. However, she used to take the CEO's private elevator."
"Yeah, how strange today. Not only did she not take the CEO's private elevator, but she also carried her personal belongings."
"That's not all. I don't think she even wears her work pass. Could she have been demoted? She's the boss's favorite."
"Oh my god, from a secretary to an administrative clerk, there's a world of difference. Did she do anything to offend the boss?"
"It might not be a demotion. When I went to deliver the materials in the morning, I heard that someone resigned."
The elevator stopped at a certain floor. The employees who were whispering to each other instantly fell silent as if they had radar installed.
I remained silent and heard everything clearly. The relationship between Bernie and Ben was definitely not something that could be achieved overnight.
Even the staff knew how favored Bernie was. Did York really not notice? Or was it because Bernie and Shirley were good friends that Bernie managed to hide it from York?
For a moment, thousands of thoughts flashed through my mind.
I spent more than half an hour confirming the film project before heading to York's office.
York happened to end the video conference. When he saw me, he took the initiative to say, "Mom probably had a showdown with Dad last night, so Bernie took the initiative to resign this morning. Even the handover was very rushed."
He got up from his desk and walked around to the sofa where he was entertaining his guests. He motioned for me to sit down and talk. "I've already urged HR to prioritize her resignation as much as possible."
I can understand York's words. In a large company like Maple Media, the resignation of the CEO's secretary required a series of procedures. Important documents, customer information, and so on would definitely not be completed in a day.
However, when I thought of Bernie holding the cardboard box and standing in front of the elevator with a haggard expression, I instantly understood why she had left the company in the afternoon.
"York, I didn't expect you to be so humane at such a critical moment," I joked.
"Natalia, you're wrong," York corrected me.
He explained, "Without Dad's approval, the HR department wouldn't simplify everything and speed up Bernie's resignation procedures just because I said so. In the end, it's because Dad hopes that Bernie will leave Maple Media as soon as possible and stay away from the Smith Group."
Now it was my turn to be surprised. Initially, I thought that York wanted Bernie to stay away from Ben like I did, so he urged the HR department. But now, it seemed that someone else was very efficient.
Ben dealt with Bernie in a straightforward manner.
I had guessed that they had been together for many years. After all, I saw them kissing in the restaurant that day, and their love was so deep.
However, reality was cruel. Bernie was chased out of Maple Media so easily.
I suddenly felt so happy. This was my greatest revenge on Bernie—to make her realize that the man she had fallen in love with was a complete scumbag!
It seemed that Quinn's analysis was right. Ben was indeed a selfish person. As long as it involved his interests, he would abandon anyone.
"Natalia, since Bernie has resigned and left, there's no need for you to keep harping on this matter." York's words interrupted my thoughts.
I snorted coldly. "That's easy for you to say. I've witnessed Dad's swift and decisive methods today."
York raised his eyebrows and looked at me with his deep eyes, "So you're saying that you want everyone to know?"
"I'm just thinking, if Bernie left, would he have other mistresses?" I frowned and said coldly, "York, it was clearly two people who made a mistake. Dad sent Bernie away, but he escaped unscathed. Is that fair to Mom?"
It was just treating the symptoms but not the root cause. Cheating was the same as domestic violence. There were countless times.
I wasn't exaggerating. I just hoped that York could supervise Ben and keep an eye on Ben in the company. After all, York was also a member of the Smith family.
After hearing my words, York's expression darkened, "Natalia, you're always so one-sided."
Before I could retort, he suddenly said in a cold and stern tone, "Since you have the time to think about this, why don't you take some time to visit Grandma at the care home?"
I was stunned. Why did he mention Mary out of the blue?
Amidst my surprise, I belatedly reacted. Shirley and Ben had laid their cards on the table. Shirley probably agreed with how Ben dealt with Bernie.
The entire matter was handled in an exceptionally low-key manner. Other than fearing that it would affect the Smith Group's reputation, the main reason was probably because Shirley wanted to prevent my grandmother from finding out.
Could it be... I asked anxiously and with concern, "What's wrong with Grandma?"
York rubbed the space between his eyebrows and sighed silently. "Grandma's heart hasn't been good recently. Fortunately, the doctor managed to control it."
"Why didn't Mom mention it?" I asked with a frown.
York looked up at me, "How do you want Mom to bring it up? Previously, you remarried Quinn and were busy arranging the wedding. Then, it was the start of your Dazzling Project. Mom said that you even postponed your honeymoon for work."
I was speechless for a moment.
York looked at the time on his watch. He stood up and said to me, "You don't have to feel guilty. Grandma is old, so it's normal for her body to deteriorate. That's why Mom didn't mention it to you at that time. However, I advise you to visit Grandma more while she's still alive."
My heart ached when I heard that. I nodded and agreed. "I see."