Chapter 21

"Men! Disgusting creatures! Will resort to any means to access the sacred temple between a woman's legs!" Adrienne spat, allowing herself to recall the disturbing clip of John violating her in her most vulnerable state. It was early on a Sunday morning, and her attempts at meditation had been fruitless. It was clear as day that she would be firing him without a second thought.

Lost in her thoughts, Adrienne's tranquility was abruptly shattered by a phone call from Lucy.

"Hello," Adrienne answered with a sigh.

"Ma'am, I have some news. Daniel was arrested last night," Lucy informed her.

"What? Why? Where is he now? I'll go there immediately," Adrienne responded urgently.

"No, ma'am. He was actually arrested last night but released this morning. Your mother had him released. I was instructed not to inform you, as Daniel claimed you were asleep during his arrest," Lucy explained.

"Oh, but you should have still called me. What led to his arrest?" Adrienne inquired.

"He assaulted John, your