The fourth project team's office suddenly came alive as heads swiveled towards the commotion, the mix of men and women all craning their necks to get a better view.

Even Austin, who rarely left the sanctuary of his private corner office, felt the disturbance and emerged with a look of concern.

Stepping out, he witnessed Dorothy yanking Ophelia’s arm, his brow furrowing in alarm at the scene. Without missing a beat, he commanded, "Ophelia, my office. Now." Ophelia, her pride wounded, shrugged off Dorothy's grip and stormed off to Austin's office.

Dorothy, not one to make a mountain out of a molehill, simply returned to her desk. With years of experience in the corporate jungle, she had climbed the ranks from an assistant to a director at East Star Enterprises, navigating a labyrinth of obstacles.

She wasn't about to be rattled by the likes of Ophelia.

As lunchtime approached, Dorothy finalized the day's schedule and distributed the printouts. She was about to head to the employee cafeteria for a bite to eat when Austin appeared at her door, a smile playing on his lips.

how about I treat you

casual acquaintance. It wasn't like them to share a

an apology on behalf of Ophelia. She's a bit reckless and young,

off. "Really, it's fine. I'm not upset with her.” She had too many other things going on in her life

“I better head to the cafeteria now. This afternoon, I'll need

after my meeting. I'll make sure there are no delays."

from Austin, Dorothy locked up her office and

Corporation's cafeteria was something to behold, a rarity even in the entire nation, let alone Eldorria City. Everett insisted

feeling the pangs of hunger and forced herself to eat despite her lack

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