Hannah knew how her promotion and the new assignment would affect the key performance index of her colleagues. Admittedly, she said, “I just learned about this in the morning. Sorry for any potential adverse effect this may bring you.”
“What’s the use of apologizing? Without the opportunity to showcase good work, I might lose the job. When that happens, will you compensate me for it?” the lady continued to speak unreasonably.
Someone chimed in, “Precisely. You can’t do this to us for your own benefit. You’ve gone overboard!”
Who’s the one going overboard here? Who’s being a bully and spewing harsh words? Hannah felt wronged.
“This wasn’t my decision to make. If you have any passing remark about the company policy, please bring it up to Mr. Dijon or Ms. Morrison. Don’t bring your complaints to me. I’m just an employee who obeys the commands of my bosses. It’s my superior who made this arrangement,” Hannah retorted.
“Why are you speaking as if it doesn’t concern you at all? If it wasn’t for your hanky-panky, why would Ms. Morrison promote you all of a sudden? I don’t think she even knows you. From the past incident involving Regina, I already knew that you’re insidious and cunning. How could you be so heartless?”
That colleague spoke in a convincing manner, misleading the rest of the staff.
Hannah found it ridiculous. It’s been ages since Regina’s incident has passed and yet, people are mentioning it now. How absurd!
“Oh? I’m the problem? Anyone with a pair of discerning eyes could tell exactly what happened regarding the matter involving Regina. You’re the wicked one who’s trying to fabricate stories here. With the free time that you have, why don’t you learn a skill or two to increase your self-worth and keep your job?”
The person was rendered speechless. She could only harp on Hannah’s promotion, “Hmph! Don’t try to change the topic. You’d better fix this today. Otherwise, don’t even think about leaving the room.”
“Yes, that’s right! Sort this mess out,” the rest echoed.
These people are incredibly ludicrous. Though they’ve all graduated from university, their behavior is no different than that of unreasonable villagers living in rural areas. It’s going to be a challenge escaping them today.
“Illogical allegations, despicable conduct, and malicious slanders. I’m utterly appalled,” a deep, manly voice sounded across the room. Though the voice was not loud, it was commanding and imperious.
All heads turned to the man decked in a formal suit and leather shoes, who had just walked in gracefully.
The lady who was admonished by him scowled, frustrated that her hateful remarks were reproached. “Who are you to interrupt us? We’re in the midst of settling an internal issue.”
Shooting a death stare at the lady, the man’s expression grimaced. “You’re not worthy to know who I am.”
As he strode toward the middle of the room, the crowd reverently retreated, opening up a path for him.
In a stern voice, he continued, “If you can’t even obey and respect the instructions given, what’s the use of keeping you in the company? This is indeed the company’s decision. Unlike her, you’re not a visionary. What’s the first and foremost trait of a good employee? To create value for the organization! Reflect on your actions. You’re only thinking for your own sake and ripping the company off its potential benefits. So why should we keep you here? To the company, you’re worthless, an ignorant parasite. I hereby announce that you’ve been fired!”
The man’s voice grew louder as his tone became harsher. When he finally stood in front of the lady, he looked at her contemptuously.
“What… what gives? What right do you have to sack me? I’m not working for you.” The lady studied his face and was certain that the man was not one of her bosses. Yet, his domineering appearance was so intimidating that it made her heartbeat race.
