He Mocked a Woman Who Slipped in the Rain, Then Faced Instant Karma
Previously: When Clara slipped on a wet sidewalk, a group of men mocked her. But a kind stranger stepped in to help—and set off a chain of events that changed everything.
An Unexpected Encounter
Once the bullies had slunk away, Brandon turned his attention back to Clara. He helped her gather her damp documents, offering her a clean tissue from his pocket. Seeing how badly she was shaking, he suggested they step into a nearby cafe to get out of the biting wind. "I really appreciate your help," Clara said, her voice still unsteady. "I have a massive job interview at Knox Enterprises in twenty minutes, and now I'm a complete mess."
Brandon smiled warmly, guiding her to a corner table. He ordered her a hot chamomile tea and reassured her.
"A little rain can't hide talent,"he said gently.
"Just take a deep breath. You're going to do great."His kind words acted like a balm to her frayed nerves. After drying her lavender jacket and organizing her portfolio, Clara felt a surge of renewed confidence. She thanked Brandon profusely before rushing out to make her appointment, unaware that her day was about to take an even wilder turn.
Ten minutes later, Clara stood in the sleek, glass-paneled lobby of Knox Enterprises. She was ushered up to the executive floor for her final interview. Taking a deep breath to steady her heart, she knocked and opened the heavy oak door to the boardroom. But the moment she stepped inside, the blood drained from her face.
Sitting at the head of the conference table, looking incredibly smug in a tailored suit, was Logan—the very man who had mocked her on the street just half an hour ago. He was the senior hiring manager. As Logan looked up and recognized Clara, a slow, malicious grin spread across his face.
"Well, well, well,"Logan sneered, leaning back in his chair.
"Look what the wind blew in. Did you have a nice trip on the way here?"
”Did you have a nice trip on the way here?"