“Mr. Huxley, your behavior toward employees has been documented thoroughly. There are records, testimony, and observations. Effective immediately, your employment with Brightline Holdings has been terminated. Security will escort you to collect your belongings. You will not have access to digital systems or communicate further with staff without legal approval.”
Trevor’s chair scraped violently against the floor as he pushed back.
“This is personal revenge,” he spat. “You are making a mistake. I built this company. You will fail without me.”
“No,” Cassandra replied. “This is accountability. And the company will succeed because we will no longer tolerate the abuse of power.”
Troy Milner approached quietly from the doorway. Trevor glared, but he did not resist. As they left, the room exhaled, as if the building itself had been holding its breath for years.
Cassandra faced the employees again.
“I have seen enough to know that our problems are not permanent. They are structural, and therefore fixable. With your help, we will rebuild. Today, we start with three new appointments.”