Office Gossip

~~ Magnificent Entertainment ~~

As the hours ticked away, Benedict found himself consumed by worry.

"What's keeping her for so long?" he pondered aloud, a furrow forming on his brow.

Timmy, sensing the tension, quipped, "Trouble in paradise, Ben? Worried about Ms. Jessica?"

Benedict shot him a glance, attempting to conceal his concern. "No, I'm not. Don't you have work? Or should I arrange your transfer to Piranha Island?"

"I'm out," Timmy retorted with a sly grin. "But who knows, this might be the last hour for your secretary."

As Timmy made his exit, Benedict's unease was heightened.

"Why is it taking her so long? Has she fallen into some trap? No, Benedict, you brought her here; now you're responsible for her safety."

Seconds stretched like eternity, and Benedict, succumbing to impatience, muttered, "Forget it! I need to see for myself what's going on."