Chapter 1 - Playing The Game
Old Man
Oh my... I seem to have fallen into a trap.
In a small park surrounded by skyscraper buildings, a man looked around on a chessboard, confused as what to do.
Old Man
I resign... you outsmarted an old cookie like me. That's something to be proud of, Gingernut.
I chuckled at my nickname as I put out my hand to shake his.
Chloe Cage
Thank you for indulging me in this match. I had some time to kill and it really took my mind off of things.
Old Man
Is something troubling you, little lass? No, don't tell me. You'll make me feel old again.
Chloe Cage
Nonsense. It's just that I'm starting my first job today and I'm nervous.
Old Man
Don't be. I fought in the war, I know how scary things can be. Don't be worried, pet. You'll be fine.
I got out of my chair, adjusting my coat. I smiled at the old man one last time.
Chloe Cage
Thanks for the game. I'll come back tomorrow!
Old Man
You really know how to make an old man depressed. Good luck, dear.
Walking away, I couldn't help but chuckle.
It's been a month since I graduated from university. I quickly landed myself a job at the top technology company in the world; Nightly Group.
I'm grateful for the opportunity. I've never really had a chance to socialise with people but I guess that will have to change if I'm the lead programmer there.
As I walked up to the building, a stern man sat in his office, his brow furrowed.
Adam Queen
Hey, Liam! I heard that you hired a new cutie as your head programmer!
A murderous aura traversed the room, locking onto the man who had just entered his office.
Adam Queen
Oh, Liam! Do you need to share that murderous aura with me? I'm not even on your board of directors!
Liam Nightly
But your father is. This the reason why you haven't been kicked out.
Liam Nightly
One of my employees found you in the janitor's closet with a woman who just so happened to be my head accountant.
Adam Queen
We were just fooling around! Come on, Liam! Why don't we go out for a drink, yeah?
Liam Nightly
You are insufferable. Stay away from my lead programmer.
Adam Queen
Isn't it ironic?
Adam Queen
You're allergic to women yet you hire one as your head programmer, someone that you'll always have to be around.
Liam Nightly
She was recommended to me by an old friend. Besides, as long as she does her job, everything will work out just fine.
Adam peeked out of the window down at the street and immediately, his eyes went wide.
Adam Queen
Oh, my, gosh... it's her.
Adam Queen
See you, Liam! I'm sorry but no drinks today!
Adam Queen
There she is... my muse!
As he disappeared down the corridor and into the elevator, Liam sighed.
Liam Nightly
What is it with him and woman? They are all insufferable creatures!
He then glanced at the package left outside of his door and sighed.
Liam Nightly
And I must find who is always littering outside of my office too.
Misty Plume
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Comments
Ast
cool start
2021-07-18
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Dont mind me👀
As tho its gonna be interesting
2021-06-07
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Remruatpuii Puipuii
perfect starting 🌼
2021-04-24
2