Kaius strode into his office, his steps sharp with purpose. The heavy door swung shut behind him with a quiet.
He dropped into the leather chair, the tension in his shoulders barely contained.
He didn't speak. His fingers tapped the desk, slow at first, then louder with every beat.
Then he looked up, his golden eyes locking onto Benjamin, who stood stiffly by the door.
"If Lena's PR team doesn't shut this down in ten minutes," Kaius said, his voice low and controlled, "and clear Austin's name completely—replace them. All of them."
Benjamin blinked. " Boss, are you serious?"
Kaius's jaw tightened. His golden eyes went cold, sharp as broken glass.
" Do I look like I'm joking?"
" Understood, Boss," Benjamin said quickly, his voice tight with tension. He gave a short
