Chapter 37

Cecilia I recognized that face anywhere - Zoe, the VP of the Silver Peak Pack's branch company. I had suspected there might be someone working against the company from within, but never thought to look in him direction. "So rude, tying up our delicate Secretary Cecilia like this," Zoe commented, his tone falsely sympathetic as he strolled into the room, closing the door behind him before flicking on the light—a single dusty bulb hanging from the ceiling, covered in cobwebs, casting an eerie glow across the space. In the dim light, I finally got a clear view of my surroundings. What appeared to be an abandoned living room with a dining table, sofa, and TV stand. Thick layers of dust and cobwebs covered everything, suggesting this place had been deserted for years. I returned my attention to Zoe, fixing him with an icy glare from my eyes. "My, what a fierce little look," he continued smiling, reaching out to stroke my cheek with his fingers. I jerked my head away in disgust, feeling my s