5 Minute Freewrite: Friday - Prompt: for the last time

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Restless and troubled, I awaited what was about to befall me, several thoughts running through my mind.

Should I just take off? Probably suicide will be an easier option. It will be too humiliating when this becomes public. Oh, maybe it has already!

I was sweating profusely, not even the coolness of the air conditioners could help me. I think people were beginning to stare at me. The receptionist must have wondered what was happening to me. I'm glad she kept quiet though, minding her business. I tried to call Michael once more, but got the same response
“The number is out of reach at the moment”.

It was a long wait, but finally, the receptionists’ phone rings. After the call, she says...

The Managing Director will see you now”.

My heart must have skipped a beat or two. I struggle with the door to the office before it finally opens. I step into the office and I'm asked to take a seat. The MD is still trying to round up the paper work he is doing and that makes me even more uneasy.

I work in the finance department of the company and recently, I was coerced to cover up a fraudulent transaction by Michael. It was not the first or second time, but I was determined that it would be the last; I sternly warned Michael. I was certain that the deal was air-tight, until Michael called me this morning and hurriedly exclaimed

“We are busted! The auditors noticed some discrepancies in our disbursements and…”

and the line went dead. Ever since, I have not been able to reach him. Is this one of his expensive jokes, or am I really in trouble?

Oh, I always have bad feelings about last times, but I wouldn't listen to my heart!

“Kate!!! Are you okay?”

Obviously, he had called me while I was lost in thought.

Why are you sweating so much? You don't seem to be feeling too well. You should see a doctor.

The management has chosen you to go on a 2-month training in New York. Get your documents ready, you leave in two weeks. Congratulations…

I try to speak, but the words won't come, while I'm still thinking...

Is that all?

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Well written @tolustx, and love the ending, certainly did not see that coming, it's awesome.



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