Chapter 47 May the best win

Ingrid seethed at being denied entry due to inadequate credentials. As former VP, she'd accessed Sylvia freely. Everyone kowtowed now that the scheming temptress had seduced Bruce into appointing her. Ingrid had expected that VP role after years of dedication. Yet Sylvia swooped in to steal the prize. She could never swallow such humiliation. Noting Juliette's exit, Ingrid hurried after her and insisted on an urgent business meeting. She’d waited vainly long enough outside that office. Juliette made no pretense of pleasantries with this woman she disliked. "Sorry, but she's too busy now for pointless chats. State your issue or just get back to work." "This concerns the company so watch your tone! I'll report your insolence!" Ingrid threatened. Juliette scoffed, unintimidated. "Company business my foot. But please, tell the big boss. Then we'll see who can't stay after all." Rather than cower before Ingrid's backers, Juliette dared her to complain. Juliette would readily tattle fi