SIXTY-SEVEN

ELLEN

I quit at Clockwise because I could not continue running into Oliver. I did not even do it properly. I texted Kenji, telling him that I was done since my privacy could not be respected. He replied, telling me that Oliver Moreno already had my address.

I was furious and panicky at the time. If Oliver had my address that means he must have checked out my apartment. He knew where I was staying, and I expected him to show up anytime soon. I took Sophie to Akira’s place. Akira was a bit skeptical because she did not want to get involved in the way of danger. I understood her through.

That night, I was in my kitchen speaking with Lily when my doorbell rang. I wondered who it was at my door. I was not expecting anyone.

“Who is there?” Lily asked.

“I do not know. I must go now. I will speak with you later.”

I closed my laptop and went to the door. I saw Oliver from the glass door and my heart skipped. It has been a week since I quit. Now, he is here.