C45 Taking a Leave of Absence

"Termination for being late? Has anyone ever been fired for that?"

Jorrell's brow furrowed slightly as he regarded me with a hint of skepticism.

"I'm afraid I might just set that precedent, given that I've managed to upset my boss. It feels like the whole department has it in for me. One slip-up and I could very well be out of a job."

As I absorbed Jorrell's words, my spirits sank