Part 2After Rebirth, I Won't Be a Scapegoat Anymore

Mr. Henderson’s face showed urgency, and his voice rose.

“Ryan, do you even know what you’re saying?”

I stood up, my gaze meeting Chloe’s calmly.

“Chloe, I’m sure you agree with my decision too, right?”

Her eyes turned icy when she realized how perceptive I was.

“At least you know your place!”

In terms of both technical expertise and experience, I was far more suited for the position than Liam.

Before today, everyone had assumed I would lead this project, and my engagement to Chloe would naturally follow.

But in this life, Chloe’s cold gaze fixed on me.

I understood instantly. She’d come back too.

If you’re that desperate to save your boyfriend, then I won’t stand in your way.

Chloe said nothing and quickly left the conference room.

I knew where she was going. At this very moment, Liam was testing a battery solution—and that explosion would kill him.

There was still time to fix everything.

I stayed put, a cold emptiness spreading through my chest.

Ten years of marriage in my past life couldn’t compare to her favoritism for Liam.

“Ryan, do you have any idea what you’re saying?!” Mr. Henderson looked at me with deep disappointment.

This old man, who had personally taught me mechanical engineering, was now utterly bewildered by my actions.

I spoke with indifference.

“Chloe actually prefers Liam, so I think I should step aside and let them be together.”

Mr. Henderson sighed. Remembering Chloe’s resolute departure just moments ago, he couldn’t bring himself to scold me.