EMMA
I stood in stunned silence, the file with me and my eyes wide with shock as Ryder's words hung in the air.
"I-I don't understand," I stuttered, trying to process what was happening.
"I know nothing about this file. This is the first time I have heard about it." I tried to prove my right.
Ryder's expression turned even darker, his eyes flashing with anger. "Don't play dumb, Emma," he spat.
"You are incompetent. I don't need someone like you in our department"
My mind raced as I tried to defend myself. "No, please, you have to listen to me," I said, taking a step forward.
"I am telling you, I know nothing about this file. I would never sabotage a client."
I rushed over to the filing cabinet, pulling out files and scattering papers everywhere.
"Look, I will show you, I had nothing to do with it."
Ryder raised an eyebrow, his expression skeptical.
