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.

Susan, painting.her as

If you have something to say about

I’m not putting up

face as she turned to Blake, slapping her across

“You don’t deserve this, 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?

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

need this job. If it means so much to you, go talk to Mr. Harrison. Stop acting like a

child.”

never hits me! I’ll kill you, Blake!” Susan yelled. Her face was red

back.

for it!”

wanting to

Susan’s relentless attacks, Blake stood her ground,

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seek help upstairs as the commotion grew..

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