The pen in his hand snapped from the force he had exerted, making his fingers feel sore.
A knock sounded on the door between hers and Zaria's offices, and when he looked up, Zaria brought a file to him.
"The proposal submitted by the Interior design department. Sign it if you're satisfied."
From her words, it was clear that she was trying hard to contain her anger. But what right did she have to be angry? She was a suspect! Being Jaime's accomplice could mean…
Another document landed on his desk, and he was surprised when he saw that it was her employment contract.
"Are you threatening me with quitting again?" He asked through a scoff.
She flipped to a page and pointed at it. "Page 5, Clause 5.1.1. Can you read or do you need me to read it out loud?"
He swept a glance at the term then at her. It was a threat. Only this time, she was indirectly threatening to report him to the board of directors. But would she need to do that?