The Shadow Man

BLACK CARD: PART II

On their way to the mall, the two took the bus as they didn't have a car. Taking a taxi would be too expensive as they have limited budget yet.

"By the way, I found a job. It's a simple job however, I'll be away for a while, and will you be fine?" Jacob said.

Leslie who was looking outside the bus, turned right away to look at the man surprised by what he had just mentioned. She felt bitterly upset that he needed to go; however, as soon as the contract between them ends, the man does need to make a living for himself. "Hmm, that would be fine. How long will you be gone?"

"Don't worry, it won't be long. Maybe a week or so, I'll be back before you know it." He smiled back at her and patted her in the head to comfort her. The way he treated the girl as if she were his dog. So obedient and always longs for him.

"Okay, but be careful, okay?" She replied, looking like a baby pouting on her lips, sad that he needed to go.

Once they arrived at the man, they went to the department store right