𝗕𝗲𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗼𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗺

(✿12✿)

Harry's POV

I slumped over my desk, quietly arranging my files as the throbbing sounds and beats in my head threatened to consume me. Exhaustion and stress had taken their toll, etching deep lines on my face and painting dark circles under my eyes. The sleepless nights had become a never-ending cycle, each one blending into the next like a relentless drumbeat. My eyelids felt like lead, my thoughts muddled and foggy, as I struggled to focus on the task at hand. The ache in my head had become a constant companion, a nagging reminder of the toll my life was taking on my body and mind. I rubbed my temples, trying to massage away the tension, but it only seemed to intensify the pain. I felt like I was drowning in a sea of fatigue, with no lifeline in sight.

I was suffocating under the crushing weight of depression and fatigue, my body and mind battered by the relentless waves of despair. Life had been cruel, dealing me a hand that seemed designed to destroy me. My chronic illness was a constant companion, a draining force that sucked the energy from my veins, leaving me a fragile shell of my former self. And then, there was the company, a soulless entity that demanded every last ounce of my strength, without care or compassion for my fragile state. The stress was a slow poison, seeping into my pores, eroding my will to fight. I felt like a leaf torn from its branch, helpless to stop my downward spiral into the abyss. Every day was a battle to get out of bed, to face the mirror, to pretend that everything was fine. But it wasn't fine. I was dying, bit by bit, my light flickering out in the darkness. And it was Affecting me seriously, It was Affecting my mental health...

"Are you done with completing the paperwork?" I asked, my voice strained, as I remained seated at my desk, my hands pressed against my temples to alleviate the persistent ache.

As Sophia began packing her belongings, she noticed my distress and asked, "Sir, are you feeling alright?" Her voice was laced with concern, but I knew that her worry, although well-intentioned, was not what I needed in that moment.

What I needed was respite from the draining demands of this company, which seemed to be sucking the life out of me. I wondered if I would have been more resilient, more capable of coping with the pressures of my illness, if it weren't for the added stress of this job.

"I appreciate your concern, but I'm pretty sure I'm fine ," I said, as I continued rubbing my temples wishing she would just drop this and head home "Your dismissed, You can Start heading home" I said

As she nodded as she started packing her bags, I couldn't help but feel a sense of frustration and despair wash over me. Would I ever find the strength to overcome the challenges that seemed to be piling up against me? The answer was a big NO.. I won't be able to Overcome the problems... Maybe till I'm six feet under ground.

"Sir it's already Past eleven, Aren't you heading home?" She asked as she kept Packing her stuffs slowly which only fueled my Frustration.

As I glanced up at the clock, I noticed the time was 11:55 AM - just five minutes shy of noon. With a sense of exhaustion, I began to gather my belongings, carefully packing my files into the drawer as my vision started to blur and my head continued to throb with a dull ache. The familiar sensation of exhaustion washed over me, making my movements slow and labored. I felt like I was running on empty, my energy reserves depleted from the morning's struggles. Despite my efforts to focus, my thoughts grew foggy, and my body screamed for a reprieve. I couldn't wait to escape the confines of my office and find some solace in the quiet of my own space.

Just as I was about to leave, I spotted a familiar white limousine parked outside my office window. My heart sank as I recognized the vehicle, knowing it was exclusively driven by Leah Brown, a woman whose presence always seemed to bring more stress than solace. I anticipated her arrival, aware that she would likely burst into my office, unleashing a torrent of demands and criticisms that would only exacerbate my already throbbing headache.

Determined to avoid her toxic energy, I swiftly picked up the phone and dialed the security desk. "This is Mr. Osborn," I said, my voice firm and authoritative.
"I need you to ensure that my office is not disturbed for the remainder of the day. Do not allow anyone to come up, regardless of their clearance or credentials. I am not to be interrupted under any circumstances."

I paused, I stopped to exhale due to the Panging Headache I was receiving . "Make sure that includes the lady who Just who has just arrived in the white limousine outside. She is not to be allowed up under any circumstances. Is that clear?"

"Crystal clear, Mr. Osborn" the security guard replied. "We will ensure your office and the whole Company remains undisturbed."

With that, I hung up the phone, hoping to have averted a potentially disastrous encounter. Leah Brown was the last person I needed to deal with right now – her very presence was a harbinger of stress, and I had no room for that in my life.

As I turned to leave, I noticed Sophia still lingering in the office, her presence a surprise since I could have sworn I'd dismissed her earlier. My irritation flared, and I snapped, "I thought I told you to leave? What are you still doing here?"

Sophia's eyes met mine, her gaze vulnerable yet warm, engaging me in a way that made my anger falter. But I refused to be swayed, my tone sharpening as I glared at her. "What's with the look, Sophia? You're not helping."

Her eyes never left mine, but a hint of determination crept into her expression. "Sir, is everything okay?" she asked, her voice laced with concern.

I turned away, dismissing her question. "I'm fine." But as I glanced out the window, I noticed the limousine was gone, and I breathed a Sigh of relief before turning back to Sophia who was now staring intensely at me.

"Mr Harry"....

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