Chapter 0682

Finally, Tim let out a long sigh. "You know I'll have to look into this," he said. "I can't just take your story at face value, Enzo. And without proof..."

I studied my hands, unable to meet his pained gaze. This was just as bad as I had imagined.

"I know," I finally said. "And I don't blame you for not believing me."

"Look at me, Enzo,"

I forced myself to comply. Tim's eyes bored intensely into mine. "I want to believe you. And if this is truly what happened, I'm so very sorry."

Profound relief washed over me at his words. He wasn't being unreasonable, at least. That was all I had really hoped for.

his desk. "Thank you for sharing your story," he said quietly. "I'll... I'll investigate the matter and get back to you as soon

I stood, picking my bag up off of the floor. My decision had already been made; I had told my story, and I

in Mountainview, with my pregnant wife. The broad strides in my career

continue to work in an environment with someone like Mila, and besides, my wife is pregnant. I belong with her, not a plane ride

etched across his features. It was clear that he didn't want me to go, but neither of us had much of

see you go, Enzo," he said. "You could have been a great asset to this

sting in my eyes and shook his hand. "Thank

from the future of my career;

hotel. The day already felt endless, and now I was stuck here in this

empty save a few

Perfect.

placed the glass down without a word. I swirled the caramel liquid around in

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