Aspen said, "Let's wrap up here for today. Everyone, go home and rest well. Recharge your energy to face new challenges."
Everyone stood up and bid farewell to Aspen, their faces showing hints of hope and anticipation instead of the previous gloom and despair.
Aspen watched their retreating figures, and the warmth in her eyes instantly vanished, replaced by coldness and sharpness.
Colin stormed into Aspen's office in a rage, his face ashen and his expression dark. Aspen was sitting at her desk, handling documents. Hearing the commotion, she looked up and regarded Colin with calm composure.
"Mr. Fuller, what brings you here? You don't look well" Aspen asked in a flat tone, as if nothing had happened.
"Aspen!" Colin roared, his voice sounded strained through gritted teeth. "Did you know about Aetheris Group's contract termination all along?"
Aspen set down her pen and looked directly at Colin with cold, clear eyes. "Mr. Fuller, what are you talking about? I don't understand."
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