Chapter 1394

While she spoke, Thora's eyes darted meaningfully toward the other staff members before she added, "Mr. Cole, didn't you pick up on the cold shoulder from everyone since you walked in today?"

Liam had sensed the strange vibe, but he had not known why—until then.

It all clicked. The culprit was none other than Ivar Nicoson, the company's new vice president, who had swooped in and started throwing his weight around like he owned the place.

The mere thought of Ivar's smug face made Liam's brow crease in disgust.

He was about to respond when the office door swung open, and in walked Ivar and his assistant—the very tyrants Thora had just been talking about.

Ivar's gaze zeroed in on Liam, huddled in the corner, and his expression turned stormy. "Liam? What are you doing here? This is the marketing department. You don't work here, do you?" he sneered.

Ivar finished speaking and turned his gaze sharply toward Thora, who stood next to Liam. His voice was laced with irritation as he chasti