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 victim.

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

not putting up

she turned to

Blake. You’re not even in my league, professionally or educationally. You’re just cozying up to Mrs. Jardin. What else did you do? Climbing into bed with Mr. Harrison for a promotion? How desperate can

cheek stung from Susan’s slap, but she did not

means so much to you, go talk to Mr.

child.”

you! Even my mom never hits me! I’ll kill you, Blake!” Susan yelled. Her face was red from the slap. She lunged at Blake, her nails leaving red marks on Blake’s

did not hold back. She landed a punch that sent

asked for it!”

work badge, not wanting to be held responsible

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

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to seek help upstairs as the commotion

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