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Chapter 8

Author: Ensi
last update publish date: 2026-03-28 17:45:47

As we entered his office, I felt even more colder. I could still feel my hands shaking and the dread tightening in my chest. I felt like I could collapse at any moment.

He quietly sat in his swivel chair, leaned back, and picked up a glass of liquor. As for me, I remained standing in the middle of the office, unable to move, weak, and consumed by fear.

“Sit down,” he commanded.

I sat down slowly, my knees trembling. I couldn’t hold back my tears anymore. I just gave in, sobbing quietly.

"Now te
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