Chapter 40
Author: Flourish Tony
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Untold story

No no this was wrong, can't her past just let her. Can't it just fucking let her breathe, she needs some space man with her past dancing before her.

Mona sat quietly in her office, eyes glued to her work, not bothered about Alex's continuous stare. She so much needed the distraction. She had done more typing and mailing than she normally does. Skipping breakfast and not planning to eat for the rest of the day either.

"Are you planning suicide or what" she heard the voice asked but choose to ignore, it's not office related matter.

"Mona, I'm talking to you," Alex said, raising his voice at her.

"Hmm what do you say?" Mona answered absentmindedly, not looking at him, continuing typing.

"Are you okay? You haven't looked good since morning" Alex said relaxing in his chair.

"I'm fine sir" Mona replied with a smile, discouraging further conversation.

Alex scoffs, he knows she has a way of cutting him off. He shouldn't be worried about her because he's none of his business.

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