7 Chapter 7 Fire Me Caroline's POV As Clara was explaining everything to me , I carefully noted down all the important information . We had established a good work rhythm , and the afternoon was flying by . She told me someone from the IT Department would bring me a company phone that should be kept on at all times . Soon after , a tall , skinny guy with a nerdy look entered the room and was startled when he saw me . " Wow ! Um ... sorry , who are you ? " he asked . " Miss Caroline Bennett ? " I nodded , keeping my smile professional . He grinned and held out a new phone and tablet . " These are for you . The phone's set up with your company line . Alpha's number is already in your contacts , and your work email is ready . The tablet has the company system and both your schedule and Alpha's loaded . Need any help with them ? " I smiled back . " No thanks , I can manage . Your name was ... ? " " Leo , from IT . Fifth floor if you need anything ." " Thanks , Leo . That's helpful ." He turned to leave but looked back . " You're really pretty , Caroline . Are you with anyone ? " After two years of raising my pup Liam alone , I'd learned to guard my heart well . " I'm not looking for a mate right now , " I told him simply . He smiled and said to let him know if I changed my mind , then left . I could hardly believe my ears . After the unprofessional conversation , I dragged myself back to my desk with a belly full of anger . Just as I sat down , the phone rang again . " Thorne Enterprises , Executive Office . How may I help you ? " " You again ? " The deep , powerful voice on the other end carried a hint of impatience . That Alpha presence was palpable even through the phone . I began to wonder if I had done something wrong . " Yes , Mr. Thorne . Still me , your new assistant . Haven't forgotten me already , have you ? " I tried to keep my voice professional . " You're quite good at reminding people ." " It's my job , sir ," I replied through gritted teeth , growing impatient myself . Even an Alpha couldn't be this rude ! " You're quite bold . " He seemed surprised . " And you're quite rude . " I shot back without backing down . Rory whimpered inside me , anxious about my disrespect toward the Alpha , but I couldn't hold back anymore . G736 412 " Have you forgotten who your boss is ? " His voice instantly turned cold . " I have little patience and don't accept challenges to my authority ." " And I don't accept unwarranted rudeness ! " I slammed the phone back onto the base , trembling with anger . What a crazy Alpha ! I was just doing my job properly . He treated me like an enemy . I was still staring at the phone in shock when Clara appeared behind me . " Did you just ... hang up on your Alpha boss ? " " Ms. Clara , I'm sorry , but he was being impossible ! " Rory remained agitated , torn between respecting the Alpha and staying loyal to me . Clara burst out laughing , tears forming in her eyes . " This is getting interesting ! " she said between laughs . " But you did the right thing . Don't let him walk all over you . His wolf , Alaric , needs to learn some manners too ." " Ma'am , he doesn't even know me, yet he talks like he's about to banish me from the territory ." " Caroline , Draven doesn't like weakness in the workplace . If he thinks you're too submissive , he'll kick you out immediately . He's testing you , wanting to see how you and your wolf react . So when he confronts you in person , use your head . I need to leave early today - the office is yours ." I nodded , and she left . Minutes later , the phone rang again . I sighed , hoping it wasn't my emotionally unstable Alpha boss . " Thorne Enterprises , Executive- " " Where's Clara ? " he demanded rudely . I closed my eyes , preparing to deal with this difficult Alpha again . " Mr. Thorne , Ms. Clara isn't in the office right now . Can I help you with something ? " " Do you know how annoying you are ? " he scoffed . " Sir , I'm your assistant . My job is to help you with your work . " " But I want to talk to Clara ! She hasn't flown to London yet . " " No , sir , but she's preparing to leave . From now on , all your requests need to go through me ." " You're such a busybody ! I doubt you'll last long here , especially after hanging up on me ! " I paused for a moment , then had an idea , a smile forming on my lips . If he wanted to fire me , I'd at least give him a ' good reason . " Perhaps I am a bit meddlesome , but isn't that what you're paying me for ? To handle things for you ? Of course , if you think I'm doing something wrong , you're welcome to redefine my responsibilities . I will adapt . As for the previous call , I didn't hang up . Must have been a problem with the line . " I told an innocent lie . " Very well , since you're so eager to take on everything , let me warn you - I have many demands . When I return to the territory , I'll 07:30 ウトウ personally tell you exactly what I expect from this position . About that ' reasonable salary ' you mentioned , should we consider a discount ? " His words still carried that suffocating Alpha pressure . " Since you brought up salary , with increased responsibilities , perhaps you should consider giving me a raise . Especially when I have to make calming herbal tea for you and your wolf . " I smiled , waiting for him to be speechless . Most Alphas shut up when we asked for a raise . I was even starting to consider asking Alpha Gerald for my old job back . This new boss was impossible , clearly looking for an excuse to drive me from his territory . " I'm beginning to wonder if you're worth your salary , having time to argue with me while thinking about a raise . As for the tea , you might need to do more to calm us down . " " Actually , I have a pile of work to do , but it's you , my Alpha boss , who keeps calling and preventing me from completing my tasks . So really , you're the one hindering my progress . Don't worry , I'll handle your little moods . " " Then you'd better be prepared when I return to the territory , Miss Caroline ! " Alpha Draven left these cold words hanging . Damn ! Had I made the Alpha even angrier ? Was he planning to drive me from his territory to satisfy his grudge ? Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!