Son-In-Law Gets an Upgrade

Chapter 1 Infidelity

“Alex Jefferson, effective immediately, you are no longer employed here. Take off your uniform and scram!”

Alex stepped into the security office and immediately noticed James Langdon, the manager, lounging in his chair. James was sitting behind the desk, puffing on his cigarette as he directed a contemptuous glance in Alex’s direction.

Stunned, Alex frowned and asked, “You’re firing me? On what basis?”

“On what basis?” James burst out laughing. “Don’t you know that your wife’s infidelity is the talk of the town? Four Seas Corporation is the top company in Nebula City. We value our reputation more than anything. Your private affairs have seriously damaged the reputation of our company!”

Alex was taken completely off guard. His face contorted into a scowl as he retorted, “She cheated on me? No way! James, don’t even suggest such a thing! If you have an issue with me, then just get straight to the point. Why do you have to be so despicable as to accuse my wife of something she didn’t do?”

James flashed a smug grin. “Issue with you? Who are you for me to waste my time spreading rumors about your wife?”

Alex clenched his fists as he snarled, “A few days ago, I came to your office to request a day off so that I could attend the parent-teacher meeting at my son’s kindergarten. However, when I arrived, I stumbled across you and the receptionist in the midst of an illicit affair. It seems that you have been harboring a grudge against me ever since. Is that correct? That’s why you want to get rid of me.”

James’ smile froze. He clenched his jaw and spat, “Shut up! Alex, you’re nothing but a fool. Yes, I want you gone! You’re nothing but a piece of trash who lives off of a woman. Who are you to fight against me? I can fire you anytime!”

A smirk played on his lips as he continued, “I didn’t fabricate that rumor. It’s common knowledge in Nebula City that she and Walt Wallace are involved romantically. You don’t seem to be aware of it, do you? Have you been too focused on your job? Ask around if you don’t believe me.”

Alex fixed a menacing glare upon James, his expression darkening with a growing sense of animosity.

Then he took two steps forward.

Slap, slap!

Without warning, he gave James two tight slaps.

but you must prepare my wages accordingly. I expect that my wages will be ready

spun on

held his reddened cheek and bellowed, “You scoundrel! How dare you strike me? Don’t move! I’m going to make

and strode out

was done arguing with

out of the building, Alex spotted a few of his coworkers giving him suspicious looks, causing

you hear about his wife becoming

about it. As a live-in son-in-law, he

normal. Look how useless he is. He’s certainly not the sharpest tool in the shed, so

heard that Heather Jennings is the prettiest woman in Nebula City. This serves as a lesson to us that we shouldn’t seek a gorgeous wife if we are not wealthy or capable enough. Otherwise, we would have

Alex had already been

gave him their heartfelt sympathies, while

so tightly that the veins in

not provoke him further and

family, I’ve been doing my very best to be loyal to the family. I have done my best to treat you with respect and kindness. Is this how

eyes turned red as rage coursed through his

his phone

Ring, ring, ring…

for the

did you call?” Heather’s

you?” Alex demanded, trying hard to tamp down

work,”

to your office

a

Hyatt Hotel right away!” Suddenly, Carmen Garnet’s voice could