Chapter 2My Ex Girlfriend Fired Me—I Bought Her Company

My new company was headquartered overseas—a well‑known enterprise.

Back at graduation, I’d received an offer from them thanks to my record.

But Skyler talked me into staying to build a startup with her, so I’d turned it down.

After the breakup, they’d reached out immediately, inviting me to join.

But just before boarding, I got a call: their domestic subsidiary was acquiring local firms to consolidate resources, including Skyler’s company.

They wanted me to be the new CEO.

After dropping my luggage at home, I set a meeting with Mr. Quinn, the domestic liaison.

I arrived early at the restaurant to wait.

But unexpectedly, I saw Skyler and Dax there, laughing over lunch. When they noticed me,

Skyler froze for a second.

She walked over with an irritated look.

“Carter, are you stalking me now?”

“Weren’t you all tough earlier? Having regrets already?”

Before I could speak, Dax smiled and said:

“Skyler, there were a lot of people at the airport. Carter was just saving face.”

“Tell you what—if Carter apologizes sincerely, I’m sure Skyler would still give you a chance.”

“Right, Skyler?”

Skyler looked at me with disapproval, pretending reluctance.

“Since Dax is sticking up for you, fine. Finish this bottle of wine, and I’ll let you be an assistant.”

She pointed to a full wine bottle on the table.

I laughed inwardly.

Skyler knew perfectly well I had stomach issues and couldn’t drink. She was just making me beg.

But she’d miscalculated.

“You’re overthinking it. I’m waiting for someone.”

“Waiting for someone? Hah, you’re really committed to the act.”

Skyler sneered. “I’ve known you for years. I know your little games.”

“You just think being Dax’s assistant is beneath you, don’t you?”

“But these days, what’s pride worth?”

Just then, Mr. Quinn, the person I was meeting, walked over.

He offered his hand.

“Sorry to keep you waiting, Mr. Evans.”

I ignored Skyler and shook his hand with a smile.

“Mr. Quinn, let’s talk inside. There’s a bit of noise out here.”

“Of course.”

Skyler stared in disbelief.

As I turned to enter the private room with Mr. Quinn, I heard Dax say loudly:

“Looks like Carter scheduled a meeting with a headhunter. Still job‑hunting, huh?”

The next moment, Skyler stepped in front of me.

She smirked.

“Carter, you’ve really grown a spine, huh? You’d rather scrape for jobs than ask me for help?”

“But let me remind you—given your track record, I’ve already talked to every firm in town. No one will hire you.”

“Starting to regret it now?”

She looked at me with a half‑smile, waiting for me to fold.

But she was wrong.

Skyler’s influence wasn’t enough to threaten me.

And because of my departure, she’d let Dax take over all major projects, pushing the company to the brink of collapse.

She had no idea.

I said calmly:

“Skyler, confidence is good. I hope you keep that attitude when your company goes bankrupt and gets acquired.”

“You—!”

Skyler was about to snap, but instead she turned to Mr. Quinn.

She shoved a business card into his hand.

Arrogantly, she said:

“Skyler Vance, CEO of McAsh Group. Carter is a former employee of mine—fired for misconduct.”

“I’d advise your firm to be careful.”

With that, she glanced at me, linked arms with Dax, and strode off.

Mr. Quinn frowned at the card, then looked at me. “This…”

“Just clowns. Let’s talk inside.”

I smiled slightly.

Mr. Quinn tossed the card into a trash can.

Inside, we discussed acquiring Skyler’s company.

We’d capitalize on McAsh Group’s project failures and buy it at a low price.

Mr. Quinn handed me the current staff list, asking me to help optimize it.

I knew everyone’s capabilities and conduct intimately, and promised a plan soon.

After the meeting, I headed home.

But as soon as I stepped inside, I saw Skyler on my couch.

Crossing her legs, she glared coldly.

I frowned.

“What are you doing here?”