GoodReadWithout a moment's hesitation, Orion snatched up the car keys and ferried Quinn to her workplace. He navigated
the city streets with a swift precision, his primary aim to ensure her timely arrival and to sidestep the impending
rush hour. As he handed her a carton of milk, he confessed, "I had initially planned to treat you to breakfast, but |
hadn't realized you were still employed. | had you pegged as a student."
Accepting the milk, Quinn pressed her lips together in a tight line before taking a tentative sip.
Unfazed by her silence, Orion carried on, "It seems we're more alike than | thought. People often mistakefor
a college student, even though I'm already 25."
His revelation caught Quinn off guard. She stole a quick glance at Orion, who was focused on the road. From his
casual attire and easy-going demeanor, it was hard to believe he was 25. Perhaps it was the youthful air about
him that had led her to asshe was a mere college student.
Anticipating her unspoken question, Orion volunteered, "Aside from what you've seen, | also spend my time
volunteering at an orphanage. And yes, | do have a regular job. | work at a pet supply company, a place where
one can find everything they need for their pets. If you ever decide to get a dog, letknow. | can get you a
discount on dog food."
Quinn offered him a half-hearted smile, jotting down a note about Orion's age, his job, and the potential discount
on dog food.
Catching a glimpse of her notes, Orion chuckled, "Are you writing that down to holdaccountable? Don't
worry, | won't back out. Our dog food is top-notch."
Quinn smiled in response, tucking her notebook back into her bag.
Throughout the drive, Orion chattered away, seemingly undeterred by Quinn's silence. He had a knack for
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtceaseless conversation, spilling one story after another, regardless of her lack of response. It had been a while
since he had such a quiet listener, and he relished the opportunity to engage with Quinn, who neither
interrupted nor contradicted him.
In the course of the journey, she learned much about him - stales were amusing, others less so.
Eventually, they arrived at the towering edifice of Kennedy Enterprises. Orion glanced at the clock, "Perfect
timing. It's 8:50 AM. Your shift starts at 9, right?"
Quinn nodded in confirmation, thanked him with a wave, and headed into the building.
Inside, the atmosphere was tense. The usual office chatter was conspicuously absent, replaced by a palpable
sense of unease. Quinn rode the elevator to the top floor, which was eerily deserted. She approached
Alexander's office and knocked, but there was no response.
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Suddenly, Kyle materialized behind her, startling her slightly. "Quinn, Alexander hasn't cin yet today."
She turned to face him, her expression blank. She made a few hand gestures, then reached for her phone to type
a message.
Anticipating her question, Kyle said, "I'm not sure when he'll arrive, but you might want to check at Thunderbird
Canyon. Do you need a ride?"
Quinn was about to accept his offer when she remembered his harsh words from the day before and his decision
to delete her contact. It didn't seem right to accept his help.
Kyle added, "He's probably at hresting. He hasn't slept for two days, so he won't be coming to the office
today. If you wait here, you might not see him."
A flicker of skepticism crossed Quinn's eyes. If he had just deleted her contact that morning, it seemed unlikely
that he was asleep.
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Quinn: [No need, I'll wait here for him.]
Seeing her determination, Kyle didn't press further. "Alright then, I've got other things to attend to."
She nodded, signaling that he could proceed with his day.
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