C36 Thirty Six

AUDREY

Gabriel was already alone when I returned to my desk. It was noon, and I knew he was supposed to be in a lunch meeting. I saw him sitting on his chair unmoving in his glass office.

I texted Chelsea that I’d be late for lunch and go with Jacey without me. Soundlessly, I stepped into his office, and he immediately felt my presence.

“Is everything all right?” I asked