Chapter 74

Sebastian stormed into his office, his frustration simmering beneath the surface. The failed attempts to reach Ava had left him with a sour mood, and he found himself taking it out on his unsuspecting employees.

As he entered the bustling workspace, his eyes scanned the room, searching for any signs of incompetence or mistakes that he could seize upon. His sharp gaze fell on Emily, one of his assistants, who was engrossed in her work. Without a moment's hesitation, Sebastian strode over to her desk.

"Emily, is this how you prioritize tasks? It's unacceptable!" he barked, his voice laced with irritation. His words hung heavy in the air, causing heads to turn in their direction.

Emily looked up, startled by his sudden outburst. Her eyes widened, and her face paled. "I-I'm sorry, Mr. Thompson. I didn't realize—"

Sebastian cut her off, his tone biting. "You should have realized. I expect better from my team. Fix this immediately and be more attentive in the future."

He turned on his heel,