Chapter 9 - The New Era
The chaotic, heavy tension in the dining room finally broke. Victoria was still weeping in her booth, entirely ruined, while Owen was gone forever.
Daniel picked up his black metal card and slipped it back into his pocket. He looked around the silent restaurant, his eyes finally landing on a young, terrified waitress standing near the kitchen doors.
Her name was Maria. She was a 22-year-old college student who had covered for Daniel on multiple shifts when he was exhausted. She was kind, hardworking, and deeply respected by the kitchen staff.
Daniel walked over to her.
"Maria," Daniel said softly, the lethal billionaire replaced entirely by a man of profound gratitude.
"Y-yes, Daniel?" Maria stammered, holding her serving tray like a shield.
"How would you feel about a promotion?" Daniel smiled warmly. "I need a new General Manager for this location. The salary is one hundred and fifty thousand dollars a year, with full benefits for you and the rest of the staff. And your first official duty is to have security escort the woman in the sequined dress out of our establishment."
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Maria gasped, tears of pure, overwhelming joy springing to her eyes. She covered her mouth, nodding frantically. "Yes! Oh my god, yes! Thank you, Mr. Sterling!"
👉 How will Daniel leave the restaurant now that justice has been completely served?
