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,

stood, “Enough! If you have something to say about

face. I’m not putting

streaked Susan’s face as she turned to Blake, slapping her across the face.

league, professionally or educationally. You’re just cozying up to Mrs. Jardin. What else did you do? Climbing

she did not hesitate

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

child.”

kill you, Blake!” Susan yelled. Her face was red from the slap. She

not hold back. She landed a punch that sent Susan reeling,”

for

badge, not wanting to be held responsible for

attacks, Blake stood her ground, matching each blow with her own.

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