"Darling," Aurora's voice was steady, but her tone betrayed her annoyance, "I want updates on that playboy's punishment. Every single one." She refused to call Victor by name, a deliberate slight to show her disdain.
"Consider it done," Xander reassured her.
Meanwhile, Stephanie took immediate action to address the breach in Vintage Cellar's security. Furious that someone had gained access to the top floor without proper clearance, she fired the existing security team on the spot and replaced them with a more reliable group.
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Back at home, Stella waited impatiently for Victor's feedback. When his call finally came, she wasted no time.
"I heard you failed in the simple task I gave you. What's so hard about delivering a bouquet?" she spat, her frustration evident.
Victor sighed heavily on the other end. "The delivery wasn't the problem. It was the fallout."
Stella's patience wore thin. "Speak clearly! What happened?"