Chapter 50: Flirting with my boss

Antonio stood at the center of the lobby, hands tucked into his pockets, cold eyes sweeping over the hushed employees like a storm held at bay. His voice was calm—too calm—and colder than steel.

“ Let this be the last time anyone in this company believes silence is safety. I don’t care who you are, what your title is, or how long you've been here; if you lay a hand on another person, if you abuse your power, or hide behind fear, I will find out. I already know more than you think.”

He let the words settle like ice water in their veins before adding, almost too quietly,

“There are eyes in every corner, records on every wall, and loyalty where it counts. Speak up—and you will be protected. Stay silent—and you'll become collateral.”

Then, without a blink or break in composure, he turned to the guards,

“Make sure the cameras from the last seventy-two hours are reviewed. I want a report on my desk by noon. No one leaves until I say so.”

Some employees, still unaware of the incident,