You Are With Brian Or Evans？

"Certainly. As you've heard through the grapevine, I'm the Vice President of B.E. now, working alongside you as a colleague, not as your secretary or maid. If you crave a good cup of coffee, it might be best if you make it yourself. Otherwise, I can't guarantee that I won't add a special ingredient to it."

Marigold spoke sharply, trying to maintain a composed demeanor, even though her heart ached with each word she uttered. She had to extinguish any lingering illusions he held, to prevent him from overpowering her. In this battle between them, one had to emerge victorious; it was either her or him. She hoped that she would be the one left standing, even though existence felt like a burden and she couldn't bear to see Brian suffer any longer.

"Even the position of Vice President was bequeathed to you by your grandfather?"

"That's correct. The official announcement should be made in a few days."