Avery's POV
I woke up to my alarm, groggy and sore. Getting ready for work was a struggle. I took some pain meds and headed out.
I refused to eat breakfast even when my mom pleaded. My dad had left but I still didn't have the appetite.
At the office, Linder's kindness lifted my spirits. She brought me coffee and cookies, and I felt grateful.
I went over to print some files and I bumped into Mark and winced in pain.
He apologized and walked away.
In the restroom, I discovered my wound bleeding again. I cleaned and redressed it, fighting tears.
Then, the CEO summoned me. His cold stare made me shiver. "Where's the case file?" he asked gruffly.
"I'll submit it today, sir," I replied, trying to hide my nervousness. He nodded in response.
As I turned to leave, he stopped me. "Wait." His expression turned dead serious ."Who hurt you?" he asked.
My heart skipped a beat. "What do you mean?" I feigned ignorance. Even though I knew exactly what he was talking about.
"Don't lie," he thundered. "I know you're hiding something."
Fear and anger mixed inside me. "Why do you care? Anyways how did you know I had that wound??
Are you spying on me or what? I spat. I would be grateful if you don't interfere in my personal matters.
Our voices rose, and I stormed out, slamming the door.
I was so pissed..
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