Chapter 126

ROBERT'S POV

The ride to Sylvia's office was shrouded in an oppressive silence. My mind churned with anger and frustration over Thompson’s decision to fire Maria. It was an unnecessary and cruel move. Maria had been a loyal and dedicated employee; she didn't deserve to be tossed aside like this. But I decided to keep my anger in check, knowing that lashing out wouldn't change anything right now. Ariana sat beside me, lost in her own thoughts. I had to gain control of the office so that stuff like this would not happen.

It was frustrating because it seemed like the company was slipping out of my hands. I needed to do something and I needed to do it fast. I needed to deal with Odette and Thompson personally. This back and forth was not helping matters.

When we arrived at Sylvia's office, I noticed her pacing anxiously. Josh was there too, his expression troubled. Sylvia looked up as we entered, her agitation clear in her eyes.

“Things are spiraling out of control,” she said, her voic