Female Novel
Chapter 448
Chapter: 448
Others expressed their opinions that if the worker indeed got drunk on duty and caused the fire, thenBlakely Group could be viewed as a victim too.
This perspective drew anger from many, accusing the commentator of siding with Blakely Group.
The administrative review process would require some time.
Meanwhile, discussions about the fire continued unabated. Numerous individuals anxiously awaited thefinal outcome.
Meanwhile, Blakely Group’s stocks plummeted, leaving the stock market in chaos, filled with murmursof disappointment and muttered curses.
The company’s fraught atmosphere was palpable to Sabrina during her working hours. The incessantphone calls in the CEO’s office, mostly from media outlets seeking a scoop on the situation, kept thelines buzzing.novelbin
The secretary’s response to all queries was, “The matter is under consideration.”
Sabrina received a message from a secretary. “Mr. Blakely called to request your avoidance of publicappearances, particularly during your commute.”
Aware of some media’s relentless pursuit for ratings, Sabrina understood their potential focus on herand agreed to the cautionary advice.
She couldn’t resist inquiring, “When is he expected back?”
The secretary answered, “He didn’t specify.”
The building where the fire originated was now cordoned off, and the employees had been temporarilyLaid off.
Two senior executives emerged from the elevator, heading towards the provisional CEO’s office.
Nobody could ascertain Tyrone’s mood over the phone, but as Blakely Group’s senior executives, theywere expected to manage the situation.
Tyrone gazed out the French windows at the charred building with a coffee cup in hand.
As the two senior executives entered the room, Tyrone gestured for them to take a seat on the sofa. Ina composed tone, he asked, “Please, tell me what happened.”
One of the executives, who was in charge of the branch, seemed a Little on edge as he replied, “Mr.Blakely, I bear the brunt for this incident. I should’ve been more vigilant. I was oblivious to the janitor’sdrinking habit at work and his activation of the machine in a drunken stupor. Another janitor on duty thatday claimed his inability to prevent him. This was an unprecedented situation.”
“That’s no justification for such an incident to occur at present.”
The senior manager found himself at a loss for words.
His complexion paled, and he felt a profound sense of shame.
Considering there were three janitors on duty that day, why couldn’t the other two prevent the tragedyfrom unfolding?
Clearly, they hadn’t put in enough effort. Following the fire outbreak, they feared the repercussions andconveniently pinned the blame on the deceased worker.
An uneasy silence filled the office.
The other executive, Harrell Palmer, who was handling public relations, had hurriedly arrived at thescene of the accident and attempted to contain it, but the news had leaked nonetheless.