Chapter 12

ZAVIER CROSS

I woke up feeling energized and excited for the interview today. This job means everything to me, and I won't leave any stone unturned. I head to the bathroom to freshen up, and I splash some cold water on my face. I look at myself in the mirror, and I can't help but smile at my reflection.

I grab my hairbrush and tidy up my hair, making sure that it's neat and presentable. After that, I grab my suit and shirt from the closet. It's a black and white striped suit with a white shirt that has a black tie. I picked this outfit out yesterday, and I was glad it looked perfect on me. I ironed it last night to make sure there are no creases, and it looks crisp and clean.

I put on my suit jacket, and it fits me perfectly, accentuating my broad shoulders. I check my watch, and I still have some time before I leave. I take one last look in the mirror and smile at the confident-looking man staring back at me.

I grab my shoes, which are shiny black leather with a matching belt, and pu