Vivian's pride flared, but her desperation was starting to show.
She opened her mouth to respond, but before she could, Hu Song stepped forward, addressing her directly.
"Vivian, you made a big deal about this.
Said you'd teach her a lesson, that you'd win no matter what.
And now? You're just going to walk away?"
Another staff member joined in, unable to hide their smirk.
"I thought you were more… dignified than this, Vivian."
Vivian's face contorted as the shame and frustration bubbled up inside her.
Her eyes darted to the expectant faces around her, all waiting for her next move.
Finally, she exhaled in resignation, her voice bitter.
"Fine," she muttered through clenched teeth. "If this is what you all want."
With a quick, jerky motion, she took out her phone, tapping furiously on the screen as she navigated to her banking app.
She looked up, her eyes burning with resentment as she met Yu Holea's gaze.