Chapter 8
He's confused
7:10AM, Gangnam, Thursday
Minho has not slept a good hour that night when he told Sulli to stay out of his life as if she’s his girlfriend. After he said those things to Sulli to clarify their situation, that weird feeling in his chest kept nagging at him. It was so powerful compared to his normal conscience attacks that it kept him awake at night.
The thing is… it had been days since and the nagging feeling doesn’t go away. Whenever he’s at home and Sulli is around, the atmosphere is so silent and awkward and it’s starting to get into Minho’s nerves.
“I’ve put the clean clothes by the door of your room.” Said Sulli. “If you have any dirty clothes for laundry, just put it on the sofa.”
She spoke everyday only about laundry and cleaning. She doesn’t talk and has that blank expression on her face all throughout.
That is just so…infuriating!
Even in the office, people are starting to see Minho’s mood change.
Minho’s phone rang. He answered it.
“Boss, I’m sorry I know it’s still early but…. we have a problem.” Said Ms. Lin.
“What is it?” asked Minho.
“A level 8 Director sent an email to the top management. He wants our project to be stopped immediately.” Said Ms. Lin.
What?!
“I’ll be there.” Said Minho.
Minho arrived in the office and most of his team were already there discussing the Level 8 email.
“Tell me the status.” Said Minho.
“The level 8 has contacted the Treasurer of the company. He wants funding for the project stopped. He’s saying that with the limited budget this year, the budget should go to a more important project compared to ours.” Said Ms. Lin.
“What is that ‘More important project’?” asked Minho.
“A plan to create a new plant in Thailand.” Said Ms. Lin “ And shutdown a plant in Japan. It will decrease cost by millions according to the level 8.”
“Collect all the financial estimates and computations. I want everything. Make sure you don’t miss anything. I am confident with the value of our project. I want to make them see how big the benefit of this project really is.” Said Minho. “We’re on code red today everybody. We are going to kick some level 8 butt.”
Minho said the statement so passionately that everyone’s eyes widened.
“Wow…he’s really angered by this” said one.
“This is the first time I’m seeing him angry.” Said another.
“What are we waiting for? Time is ticking and we can’t lose this.” Said Minho. “Let’s move everyone!”
“What time do you need the reports, Boss?” asked Ms. Lin.
“In 15 minutes.” Said Minho.
“15?” Everyone was shocked.
“I am not asking you to do the computation all over again. I’m only asking you all to bring them out. 15 minutes is enough. Now move, every one.” Said Minho.
Everyone started to move like they need to get out of Minho’s way.
What has gotten into the Boss?
