Helpless
Author: Doudou Falie
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-29 19:42:56

Chapter 9:

Michael rushed to his former company, Goldrex Corporation. He hailed a taxi, but unfortunately, there was a terrible traffic jam that delayed his arrival. After a long 30-minute journey, he finally reached the gates of "Goldrex Corporation."

Anxious and worried, Michael hastily entered the building in search of his sister, Emily. She had mentioned earlier that she would be leaving the company. As he looked around, he couldn't find her anywhere. Frustrated, he took out his phone from his pocket and dialed her number, hoping for some reassurance.

But to his dismay, Emily did not answer the call. Michael's fear intensified, and he began to panic. Unsure of what to do next, he walked towards the reception desk where Megan, the receptionist, was stationed. Megan was known to be at least nice and polite to Michael, even during his time of employment.

At the reception desk, Michael asked Megan, the receptionist, "Have you seen my sister? She said she was here."

Megan looked up fro
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