Chapter 6

After returning from a month-long vacation, I found a job and started working.

The money I received from the divorce was enough for me to live comfortably for many years.

But to maintain financial independence and to stay connected with society, I decided to work.

A month after joining the company, our department held a dinner gathering.

Although I wasn't particularly interested, I attended the department dinner on time to fit in.

After the dinner, colleagues either left in pairs or were picked up by their partners.

In the end, I was the only one left waiting for a ride.

The department manager, coming out of the parking lot, saw me and offered me a lift.

Back at my neighborhood, I thanked him and was about to open the door to get out when I found it was locked.

I turned to remind the manager to unlock it, only to see a malicious look on his face.

The usually kind and friendly manager grinned as he reached out and stroked my face.