Chapter 55

Candice marched down the hallway towards Jonathan's office, her fury evident in every step. Her hands clenched the document tighter, her fierce expression suggesting she was ready to punch someone. Everyone she passed quickly stepped aside, fearful of a repeat of her previous outbursts. The tension in the air was palpable, and no one dared utter a word, hoping to avoid becoming the target of her wrath.

"You can't do this, Jonathan! You promised me!" Candice cried desperately, barging into Jonathan's office. Her voice trembled with emotion, echoing off the sterile walls. Jonathan, however, remained indifferent, his eyes fixed on the stack of papers before him, his pen moving methodically. He didn't even flinch at her outburst, continuing his work as if she weren't there, as if her pleas were nothing more than the distant hum of an annoying appliance. Her desperation hung in the air, heavy and palpable, but it was clear that Jonathan had steeled himself against her, determined to ignore