Tension
Author: Black Jewel
last update2024-12-29 22:56:15

A loud series of gasps echoed in the meeting room as Dan looked at Chris in shock. Every other director present was also in shock because that task was unimaginable!

“Mr. CEO, I am afraid... That is too much.” Dan roamed his eyes around the meeting room to see no one was standing up for him and he started to shake.

How could he bring in 20% of the annual income alone? He wasn't even part of the Sales Department! There was no way he could do that and seeing this, the directors knew not to joke with Chris!

“I'm afraid you are not competent, then. If you can open your mouth to insult others, then you should really have a lot working for you upstairs.” Chris pointed at his temple with a smirk.

He may be young but then, he was vengeful.

“But…” Dan was already sweating and his face had gone pale.

“So, will you do it or not?” Chris wasn't fazed. “Remember, if you refuse, you will have to step down from your position. And if you do not meet my conditions for the task, you will be fired!”
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