Could it be that I somehow damaged that membrane while exercising?
That's true, though. I willingly offered myself up, so how could he refuse such a good thing?
「...」
As Vera descended the staircase, she continued to ponder what had happened that night but couldn't reach any conclusion.
Before she even reached the entrance of the Logistics Department, she heard a displeased voice from inside.
"...Deserting your post, arriving late and leaving early... I will not tolerate such behavior!"
Hearing Emily Baker's voice, Vera's heart tightened. She isn't talking about me, is she?
She quickened her pace and entered the Logistics Department office.
Sure enough, Emily Baker stood there with her arms crossed, her face sullen, in front of Sister Song and Yola Dowry. She was holding Vera's phone.
"Director Baker!" Vera quickly greeted her. "What brings you here?"
