Chapter 7: The Morning After

Amy's alarm blared, jolting her from a fitful sleep. She groggily reached over to silence the noise, her mind still clouded with exhaustion. The events of the previous evening had left a deep impact on her, and her thoughts had raced well into the night.

Rubbing her eyes, Amy stumbled out of bed and hastily got ready for the day ahead. She glanced at the clock, her heart skipping a beat as she realized she was running late. With a sense of urgency, she grabbed her bag and hurried out the door, hoping to make up for lost time.

As she rushed into the office, she was met with a sea of busy employees already engrossed in their tasks. A sense of unease settled within her, knowing that punctuality was a virtue highly valued by Zion Petrakis. She quickened her pace, determined to make a good impression despite her tardiness.

Amy approached her desk, her breath coming in short, hurried gasps. To her dismay, she found a neatly written query waiting for her. Her heart sank as she read the words