The Shield Group boardroom was silent except for the heavy breathing of the traitors, their faces flushed with anger and humiliation. Trinity Solaris stood calmly at the head of the table, her silver-white hair gleaming under the lights. Her golden eyes bore into the three culprits seated before her, making them squirm in their seats.
"You still don't get it, do you?" Trinity said, her voice smooth as silk but cutting as a blade. "You thought you could betray me, align yourselves with Adrian Fury, and waltz out of here unscathed. Let me assure you, I'm just getting started."
Richard Kane, his florid face redder than ever, slammed his fists on the table. "You're impossible!" he shouted. "No one can work under someone so domineering! You don't listen to anyone! You don't compromise! You act like you're better than all of us!"
Trinity smirked, crossing her arms. "That's because I am better than all of you. But please, Richard, continue making my case for me."
The Domineering Female CEO System chimed in with glee:
"Host, your charm and wit are unmatched. Richard's blood pressure is approaching critical levels. Recommend standing by for further entertainment."
Diane Abbott leaned forward, her sharp features twisted with indignation. "This is exactly why you're unfit to lead! A man would know how to handle power with grace. But you? You stomp around, demanding the impossible, treating people like tools!"
"Tools," Trinity repeated, her voice soft but dangerous. "Funny you should say that, Diane, considering you let Adrian Fury use you as one."
The system chimed again:
"Host, direct hit. Diane's self-esteem has been reduced to rubble. Bonus points awarded."
Gerald Price, his voice trembling with rage, pointed a finger at Trinity. "You think you're so untouchable, don't you? Well, you're not! Adrian Fury will make sure you regret this! Stop being so—so domineering!"
He lunged across the table in a fit of rage, his chair clattering to the floor. The room froze for a moment as he charged toward Trinity, shouting, "STOP BEING SO DOMINEERING!"
Without hesitation, Trinity moved. She spun on one heel, delivering a flawless roundhouse kick that sent Gerald sprawling to the floor. The sound of his body hitting the polished surface reverberated through the room.
Trinity straightened her jacket, her voice dripping with sarcasm. "I guess being domineering means I fight my own battles. Unlike Adrian Fury, who sends underlings to do his dirty work."
The system chimed with delight:
"Host, flawless execution. Gerald's pride has been shattered along with his sense of balance."
Richard and Diane stared at her in stunned silence as Gerald groaned on the floor. Trinity turned to the security team, her voice cool. "Take them out. Use the trash chute in the hallway. It's time this company got rid of its garbage—literally."
The traitors struggled as the security team hauled them out of their chairs. Richard yelled protests about his tenure, Diane shrieked about lawsuits, and Gerald simply whimpered, still clutching his ribs. Trinity followed behind with Nova at her side, her steps measured and unbothered.
Nova's voice broke the silence, her tone laced with humor. "You know, I think this might be the first time anyone's ever taken out the trash quite so literally."
Trinity smirked. "It's efficient. Why waste time with formal exits when the dumpster is so much closer?"
The system chimed in:
"Host, your practicality is inspiring. Suggest making this a regular feature for corporate cleanups."
The hallway trash chute loomed ahead, a gleaming metal contraption designed for disposing of office waste. Today, it would serve a far more satisfying purpose.
Security opened the chute, its mechanical whir adding to the tension. Richard dug in his heels, his voice rising in panic. "You can't do this! I'm a respected board member!"
Trinity crossed her arms, her golden eyes narrowing. "Respected? You're a traitor. And traitors go where they belong—with the rest of the garbage."
Diane clawed at the security guard restraining her. "You'll regret this, Solaris! No one treats me like this and gets away with it!"
"Oh, Diane," Trinity said with a faint smirk. "You've been treated far better than you deserve. Consider this your severance package."
Nova added dryly, "And a free ride to your final destination."
The system chimed in:
"Host and Nova: masters of witty banter. Suggest including this moment in Shield Group's corporate training videos."
One by one, the traitors were forced into the chute, their screams echoing down the hallway. Trinity watched with satisfaction as the security team shut the hatch, their protests fading into the distance.
Nova arched an eyebrow. "Well, that was satisfying."
Trinity nodded. "Efficient and symbolic. Exactly what they deserved."
The Domineering Female CEO System chimed with a notification:
"Mission Complete: The Boardroom Coup."
Rewards Earned:
+800 Aura Points
+500 Internal Strength Points (Progress to Refined Basic: 70%)
Skill Unlock: Verbal Dominance (Master Level)
Special Item: Ironclad Loyalty Contract (guarantees unbreakable loyalty from allies).
Trinity smiled to herself as the system continued:
"Host, your performance was flawless. Traitors humiliated. Garbage disposed of. Efficiency level: divine."
Nova smirked. "What's next on the agenda, boss?"
The system interrupted:
"New Mission Detected: The Disrespectful Duo.
Objective: Confront Adrian Fury's spies blocking your entry to the CEO's office.
Bonus Objective: Publicly humiliate the duo in front of Shield Group staff.
Rewards:
+600 Aura Points
+300 Internal Strength Points
Skill Unlock: Command Presence (Advanced Level)."*
Trinity's golden eyes gleamed. "Spies outside my office? Adrian Fury must really be running out of ideas."
Nova chuckled. "Should we go take out the trash again?"
Trinity turned, her steps confident as she headed toward the office. "Let's."
The system chimed one last time:
"Host, prepare for another round of face-slapping. Adrian Fury is about to learn—again—that no one stops Trinity Solaris."
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