It was clearly not a pleasant morning. The sun was shining brightly, but Elzi felt like her life was clouded. Suddenly, she felt her blood pressure drop dramatically. Ivan, who was standing right behind her cubicle, looked at Elzi with a sympathetic gaze, just after placing a few more files on her desk.

“Ivan,” Elzi whispered softly, her hand rising to massage her temples. “Maybe you misheard. Is this task really assigned to me?”

Helpless, Ivan shook his head. “I've asked multiple times, Zi. This task is from Ms. Ellington for Elzi Amelia Collins. And the person with that name here is only one, you.”

The certain and unwavering response...