Kevin knew the drill as soon as he left Mr. Lopez's office. With the task in hand and aware of how Mr. Lopez operates, he made a beeline for Dorothy's office. Finding her door shut, he hesitated for a brief moment before knocking.

No response came after two knocks, making Kevin almost believe Dorothy wasn't in. Just as he was about to turn away, a voice finally came from inside.

"Who's it?"

"Ms. Sanchez, it's me," Kevin paused, "I need to discuss the project progress report with you."

Dorothy didn't come to open the door but instead answered, "Alright, I'll email it to you."

"...I need a hard copy."

The request was a blatant improvisation. Who needs a paper report these days?

Fortunately, Dorothy didn't seem to overthink it. Although she took her time, she eventually opened the door.

"Kevin, I haven't printed it yet. Go back, and I'll send it to you once it's ready."

Dorothy. She had wiped away her tears and tried to appear normal, but it was evident she had been

excuse to come back and

Dorothy nodded, "That works."

smiled, turned, and headed

Sanchez

holding, and he instinctively stood up, ready

"Mr. Lopez?"

early? Tell them they're feeling unwell, then ask Dorothy to head back to Bay Residence early." "Mr. Lopez, maybe... it'd be

involving the kids really necessary? A direct conversation from him

a look, his brows

"Alright."

his office, feeling a headache coming

...

interruption, Dorothy

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