Chapter 354
On a Friday afternoon, Brielle wrapped up her day’s work early when she heard the distant buzz of her colleagues gearing up for a dinner party. Her office door swung open, and someone strode in.
“Ms. Haywood, we’ve got a private dining room booked. Come have a drink or two with us.”
Initially reluctant, Brielle considered the solitude of her own company at home and agreed with a nod.
After tidying up loose ends for the upcoming workdays, she glanced at the clock–it was 8 PM. She decided to make a brief appearance at the gathering, a gesture that wouldn’t come off as rude. Arriving too early might have stifled the fun, she reasoned.
Following the directions provided by her colleagues, Brielle easily located the restaurant. It was a decent place–not too pricey. By her estimate, the group’s meal would probably run up a tab of around four thousand bucks.
Pushing open the private room’s door, she found everyone already in high spirits.
“Ms. Haywood, you’ve made it!”
about singing a
I bet you’ve
into the dining. area. Some had already begun to
won’t stay long–I don’t want to cramp your style. You all have fun tonight and rest up tomorrow. I asked the front desk when I came in.
cheer went up from
her colleagues in such a manner. She smiled, nodded, took her drink, and
drink? Surely that’s not enough. Latecomers
instant, as everyone seemed unsure of
presence. Brielle gave her a glance, choosing not to take offense, hoping to give them both an out.
when it was right in front of them. Probably
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boss, after all. Embarrassing her in such a setting
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