Chapter 502 - Handing out punishments (1/2)

Isabella reached Orion Enterprise HQ building and headed to Sophia's office.

Sophia just finished listening to the recording. Leah and Felix were there as well. They all greeted Isabella. Leah was obviously embarrassed.

Isabella tried to ignore Leah's odd behavior. She already spent evening and most of the night in low spirits because of her. Just looking at Leah made her feel heartache again. And she still didn't decide if she will have lunch with Leah or not.

”I must say that you did a great job in securing this recording.” Sophia praised Isabella. ”Thank you very much.”

”You are welcome.”, Isabella shyly responded. No matter how much her confidence grew in last few months, in Isabella's eyes, Sophia was someone great who she will never be able to match with.

”Tell me, how did you come to the idea to record this?” It is part of Sophia's tasks as a mentor to analyze Isabella's actions and provide feedback.

Isabella understood Sophia's intention behind that question and started explaining. ”I knew that team Venus cheated, and that you will plan some action against them. Whatever you plan to do, having more evidence can only be beneficial. I observed that fourth member of the team was isolated and obviously not pleased. When he took his reward and left, I decided to follow him and see if I can take advantage of his obviously drunken state.”

”Really, great analysis and results. I believe that I would do the same in your place.”, Sophia praised Isabella again.

Felix frowned.

Sophia noticed Felix's reaction. ”You don't approve?”

”I don't think that it's safe to follow drunk men around.” Felix explained his reaction.

Sophia faced Isabella. ”Your thoughts on that?”

Isabella thought for a second before responding. ”It is an event with a lot of people. We talked in a crowded area where he can't do anything inappropriate. And I had no intention of going with him to a place where we can't be seen by others.”

”Good. Just as we talked… your safety should always come first.” Sophia gave her a thumbs up.

Isabella smiled and nodded. She was happy to get Sophia's approval.

David got in, carrying coffees for Sophia, Felix and Leah.

”Thank you, David. Please get one for Miss Dillen as well.”

”Sure, Boss!”, David energetically responded and left. On the inside, David was complaining that he needs to get coffee for Isabella, but he didn't let that be visible to others.

…

Later that morning, Sophia was in her office, facing six people who were confirmed as involved in the cheating for scavenger hunt: four members of team Venus, developer who helped cheat with scores and a lady from marketing who gave to the announcer information that dance with Director Martin is included in first prize.

Isabella, and Leah were standing on the side, observing. Felix was right behind Sophia. He didn't want to stay further away, just in case if any of those people thinks of becoming violent. When people's misdeeds are revealed, you never know how they will react. Felix wanted to be sure he is close and can protect her if needed.

Behind Sophia and Felix were four men from security.

David was not there. Felix sent him on an errand. As much as Felix found David useful, David was distracting when he didn't have anything to do.

”Do you know why I summoned you here?”, Sophia asked six people who were standing in front of her.