Perhaps.
But I doubt it.
Terri has always been a dedicated employee, so when Emily said she saw the email, which I’m yet to read in depth, I believed her.
You believe the girl you have been sleeping with for a week over the man who has worked for you for over a decade?
Yeah, apparently I do.
“Hand over your security pass and phone or I will call the authorities to assist.”
Brandon gets off his call and holds out his hand, taking the items from a furious-looking Victor.
“Go home.Sober up.Think about your life choices.I need to speak to Khalid.”
“Good fucking luck with that.”Victor hisses.
I turn at the door, choosing my words.
“All of this because you think you’re due more than you are.You’ve thrown it all away.”I shake my head.“Thrown away your entire career.”
Because he won’t ever be hired by a reputable company after this.Word gets around.
“All I wanted was more shares.I’ve made you billions.”
I share a look with Brandon.
“No, Victor.I made the billions.I created this company, set the strategy, and hired the right employees.You did the job you were hired for.There is a difference.I took risks, I stayed awake night after night wondering if I’d lose it all.I sat up until the early hours working out strategies, reaching out to partners and day by day creating success.”
He glances away.
He doesn’t get it.
Most people don’t.
Which is why most people don’t start businesses, or if they do, many fail.
“I borrowed money, asked for money, put my name and reputation on the line, and overcame failures.You got up, went to the office, and then left at five.We are not the same.”
He snarls at me.
“No one owes you shit.”Brandon puts the card and phone in his pocket.“I’ll give you some advice for free, though.Get yourself a good lawyer.You’re going to need it.”
And with that, Brandon and I leave the room.
I feel betrayed.
I gave all my original employees shares to ensure their loyalty was rewarded and appreciated when I couldn’t pay top dollar.We went on the journey together and yes, of course they all contributed, but the same could be said for every employee working for any employer.
That doesn’t give them a right of ownership.
The law is very clear about that.
If he wanted more, he could have started his own company.End of fucking story.
As we walk back out into the hall, Colt and Zander are waiting.
“Alright?”Colt asks.
