CHAPTER FIVE HUNDRED AND FOUR – STAFF MEETING

As they left the office, the partners exchanged worried glances. They were no closer to solving the mystery of the missing money, and now they had to deal with the volatile situation between their staff members. "What do we do now?" Lola asked, voicing the question on all their minds. Jasmine sighed heavily. "We keep watching. We stay vigilant. And we hope that whoever's behind this slips up soon. Because if we don't find the culprit..." She left the sentence unfinished, but they all understood the implications. La Dulce Vida had survived many challenges, but this combination of internal strife and external threats was pushing them to the brink. Something had to give, and soon. As they emerged from the office, the bustle of the kitchen surrounded them. Pots clanged, knives chopped, and the rich aromas of spices filled the air. It was a reminder of why they fought so hard, why they couldn't give up. La Dulce Vida was more than just a restaurant. It was a dream, a family, a home. And