Sweet Subterfuge novel by Trina Duo
Chapter 384

Larissa soon found a new home and moved out of Kevan's house. Although Dylan had informed her that the house she was living in had been one of the properties Kevan had granted her in the divorce settlement, she felt no attachment to it. She packed her belongings and left without looking back.

The news of Ruby's pregnancy with Kevan's child spread rapidly within the Rogers' circle. Meanwhile, Edmund began frequenting Larissa's office. He would send her flowers, gifts and ask her on dates, employing various tactics to pursue her. However, Larissa remained interested.

In the end, feeling overwhelmed by the situation, she handed in her resignation letter. However, this decision wasn't something she had just thought of. She had always disliked Bartham. It felt like this city had been a backdrop for all her lowest moments in life, and it seemed to conspire against her at every turn.

Larissa knew she would never be transferred back to Covenford. The only way to leave this place was via a resignation. Edmund's persistent pursuit had broken down her last line of defense, and she was willing to let go of the three-month rent she had just paid.

Unsurprisingly, Edmund rejected her resignation letter and made a sincere plea for her to stay. "The Regal Dynasty Hotel will be doomed without you."

When Larissa heard his exaggerated words, she couldn't help but laugh. "The Regal Dynasty Hotel will continue to thrive. It will survive no matter who left. Someone will soon fill in my position."

"But that someone might not be as good as you," Edmund insisted, leaning over the office table and gripping her hand tightly. His gaze was intense, filled with deep affection.

Larissa lowered her head to dodge his gaze and pulled her hand away. She sighed, "Mr. Rogers, I'll just be frank. Whether you approve my resignation or not, I'm leaving. If you choose to approve it, I'll continue for another month and get all the work sorted out before leaving. If you don't, I won't come to work starting tomorrow. I'm prepared to forgo this month's salary."

Edmund stared at her for a long time and realized she wasn't joking. Only then did he return to his seat and become serious. "Okay. I'll inform the HR Department to begin the necessary procedures for your resignation."

The person who took over Larissa's position was the deputy manager. She had been on leave to recuperate at home. It was also because she took charge of the position that everything went smoothly. In just a week, the handover was completed, and Larissa officially resigned.

Not sure how Dylan got wind of her resignation, he went to her new house to find her. His face wore a stern expression as he questioned her, "If I don't come to you, how long are you planning to hide this from me?"

Regardless of Larissa's guilt, she mustered the courage to be honest with Dylan. "Until the day I can't hide it anymore."

Her answer only made him furious. "Have you ever treated me as a friend?"

"It's precisely because you're my friend that I don't want to tell you about it."

Larissa hated goodbyes. The emotional farewells filled with tears and reluctance were something she detested. It was just like when she left Wendy. It was an experience she vowed never to relive.

Her explanation barely convinced Dylan, but he eventually calmed down and asked, "So, where are you planning to go next?"

"I don't know," she laughed. She had no specific plan for the future but was sure of only one thing. "I will not stay in Bartham." Dylan wasn't surprised at all by her response. He then asked, "Are you going back to Covenford?"

"I don't know," answered Larissa truthfully as she shook her head.