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"Here are the additional files you requested, ma'am," Sapphire added as she placed down the workload of files in her hand on Alexa's desk.

Alexa, who had been working tirelessly behind her computer, lifted her gaze to observe the workload and she couldn't help but exhale heavily, knowing she had a long day ahead of her.

"Are these all of them?" She eventually asked, shifting her gaze to Sapphire, who nodded in affirmation in response to her inquiry.

Alexa continued with a breathy response. "Okay, that's fine. I'll look into it alright? Thank you, Sapphire,"

"Always, Ma'am." She smiled genially. "If you need anything else, just let me know."

"I sure will." Alexa managed a smile before urging her to return to her office, which was only a few feet away from hers since they shared the same space.

Alexa resumed working after Sapphire had exited her presence. She engrossed herself in her work because she found it as a means to also escape her chaotic reality. Knowing each time she lost c
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