Zach normally detached himself from day-to-day staff issues at Jardin Corporation and dealt only with major company decisions.

He felt that if minor problems required his intervention, it was a sign the company needed an overhaul. He paid high salaries for efficiency, not for employees to create drama.

To Zach, incompetence had no place in Jardin Corporation.

When Kevin arrived at the secretary's office, he was greeted by a scene of chaos. Blake, usually composed, was now in a fight with Susan, who was visibly battered.

Kevin asked in disbelief, "Blake, are you acting out because I wasn't here?"

He pulled Blake away, noticing the bloodied and bruised state of her neck.

Blake shot back, "Yes, I am. What are you going to do? Fire me?"

Kevin's expression darkened, chilling Blake to the core. She had never seen him this serious. Her bravado faltered, replaced by a sense of guilt.

As Susan was hoisted up, Kevin, visibly frustrated, declared, "Take her to the hospital. I'll cover all