Chapter 25 Another Dose of Resentment

Since Jessica forcefully arranged for Brittany to stay in that room, she took a leave of absence and stayed there without taking a step outside. It was her way of showing Jessica just how important she, as a secretary, truly was. Jessica, leading Daniel to the hostel door, gave him a look. Daniel, however, failed to catch her cue. "What are you waiting for? Knock on the door!" "Why should I knock?" "You're my assistant, aren't you? Or should I knock for you?" Daniel: ... Thump! Thump, thump! Left with no choice, Daniel stepped forward and knocked. The door swung open, and upon seeing Daniel standing there, Brittany was fuming. "You piece of trash, what are you doing here? Here to humiliate me? Or perhaps to harass me? Let me tell you, even though this is a basement, and it's usually empty, if you dare to touch me, I'll call the police right away!" Daniel: ... "Brittany, haven't you learned your lesson yet?" Jessica's voice instantly changed Brittany's demeanor. "Jessica, I.