"Do it again."

Jingliu mercilessly tossed all your hard work into the trash can, her voice monotone yet it felt like you were being laughed at. Your boss was completely fine with any other workers, so why is it you that always have to hear about her complaints?

"And you dare to ask me for promotion? You're making me laugh, assistant. Let me make this clear, the meeting will have to go smoothly, got it?"

Jingliu scoffed, her eyes scanning for your reaction.