"What's wrong?" Helga asked, worry creeping into her voice.
Esme fixed her gaze on her. "Did you hire anyone named Joe for a secretary position?"
Helga shook her head, her brows furrowed in frustration. "No, I haven't hired anyone named Joe or anyone new recently."
Esme's eyes darkened, narrowing dangerously as she spun to face her. "Then what the hell are you doing? Taking a nap?" Her voice rose, sharp and cutting. "Do you think I gave you an office and a salary to sleep on the job?" Each word hit like a hammer, her patience clearly unraveling. "Helga, I entrusted you with one critical task—to ensure the security of those four brothers. Just one job. But look at what's happened."
