Aspen's tone over the phone was aggressive and accusatory. Meanwhile, Donald sat in his office, still writing his disciplinary report, filled with frustration.

Mark had given strict orders that Donald's report needed to show deep reflection and sincere remorse for his actions against Andrew. Hence, when Aspen's call came in, Donald found the perfect outlet for his pent-up anger.

Taking a deep breath, Donald unleashed a thunderous roar into the phone, "Aspen, you absolute nightmare!"

Aspen winced at the sudden outburst, and she scolded, "Donald, are you insane? Why are you screaming? What did you just say? I couldn't hear you over all that yelling."

Donald gritted his teeth and snarled, "I said you're a nightmare! Did you hear me clearly this time?"

Aspen frowned, suspecting Donald was insulting her, but she was not quite sure. "Can't you speak properly? I don't understand what you're trying to say!"

Donald spat out, "Aspen, you bitch! You've got some nerve calling me. I'm t