Chapter 1055

Confused, Blake opened her work email. A notification about permanent positions caught her attention. Only three staff members were mentioned, one each from the Creative Design and Marketing Departments and Blake.

Blake blinked in disbelief. She thought, ‘My name is on the list!’

In the background, the secretary’s office buzzed with chatter.

“It’s okay, Susan. There’s always next month,” one voice soothed.

“Exactly! It’s those with connections who get ahead. Us regular folks just can’t compete,” another added

bitterly.

“I can’t believe how shameless some people can be.”

Blake tried to ignore them, but their words were too loud, too pointed.

consoling Susan, painting.her as a

If you have something to

face. I’m not putting up with

turned to Blake, slapping her across

my league, professionally or educationally. You’re just cozying up to Mrs.

slap, but she did not hesitate to

job. If it means so much to you, go talk to Mr. Harrison.

child.”

me! How dare you! Even my mom never hits me! I’ll kill you, Blake!” Susan yelled. Her face was red from the slap. She lunged

training in Taekwondo, did not hold back. She

for it!”

badge, not wanting to be held responsible for any

Susan’s relentless attacks, Blake stood her ground, matching each blow with

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