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    A single word hushed the bustling CEO’s office.

    It was as if someone had hit the mute button.

    The room fell into an unsettling silence. All eyes instinctively turned to Vincent.

    He surveyed the room with a piercing gaze before settling on Samuel.

    “Take these individuals away and verify their statements. We will not tolerate hidden agendas. If their guilt is confirmed, dismiss them.”

    “Understood, Mr. Adams,” Samuel responded promptly.

    The previously vocal group now erupted in panic. Celia, in particr, was resistant and appealed desperately.

    “Mr. Adams, please trust me. I have dedicated myself wholeheartedly to thispany, and I have not mistreated anyone.”

    Vincent did not even nce her way.

    Samuel, with a forced smile, said, “Let’s move on. Any dys, and I will call security.”

    Feeling cornered, Celia had no choice but to follow him.

    Everyone from the design department apanied Samuel to the adjoining office. Their ims would all need to be backed by proof.

    Resentful res were cast toward Katelyn. If not for her, they believed they wouldn’t be facing such dire circumstances. It was all her fault!

    Even if they were dismissed, they would not forgive her.

    With the departure of the crowd, tranquility reimed the CEO’s office.

    Vincent leaned back in his chair and massaged the bridge of his nose, showing signs of frustration.

    He had typically focused on expanding the business and neglected internal management, which had led to these issues.

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    Katelyn watched him, feeling somewhat responsible.

    After all, this turmoil had started because of her.

    She paused.

    “Mr. Adams, perhaps I should just work from home instead.”

    She recalled how peaceful and fulfilling it was to focus on her work and designs at home, away from the office politics and noise.

    Vincent turned to face her.

    “Dismiss those concerns. Once this project isplete, you’ll need to learn to manage the entire department. Where there are people, there will inevitably be issues. Complications often lead to frustrations, and many vested interests are usually at y. For managers, understanding and influencing people’s attitudes is a crucial skill.”

    Katelyn couldn’t express all she wanted to say. She bowed her head and sighed.

    “I don’t think I’m cut out for staying at the office.”

    Vincent’s tone was even, yet she feltpelled to listen to him.

    “Don’t dwell on these matters. Concentrate on your work, and let me handle the rest.”

    Once more, Katelyn found herself at a loss for words. She simply nodded in agreement.

    She decided she would avoid the cafeteria from now on. Maybe she would start bringing her own lunch.

    Katelyn spent the afternoon focused on her drawing. It wasn’t until the end of the day that she thought about the consequences she had imposed on Celia and the others. Those involved in the misconduct were dismissed.

    Following Samuel’s investigation, those who were not part of the office bullying received a warning, and their monthly bonus was deducted.

    Vincent began by cleaning up the design department. Immediately, the office felt calmer.

    He removed the troublemakers and supported Katelyn. This action clearly demonstrated Katelyn’s importance to Vincent.

    Everyone understood that while they could offend anyone else, Katelyn was off-limits.

    The sudden dismissal of over half the design staff created a lot of chaos. The Adams Group had no choice but to recruit more people.

    Neil noticed the changes.

    Since Katelyn had joined the Adams Group, Neil had been keeping a close watch on thepany’s activities.

    Just three days after her arrival, the Adams Group had dismissed a lot of employees. Was Katelyn somehow connected to this?

    As he pondered this, Neil stumbled upon a harshment beneath the post.

    Someonemented, “Iris is a bitch. She’spletely unfit for her position. Her fans are clueless. They don’t realize how awful she truly is.”

    Thisment stood out sharply, quickly drawing the attention of many.

    One person inquired about who Iris was.

    The person then responded, “Iris is Katelyn Bailey!”

    Neil was shocked to see this response.

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