Before going off duty, Natalie received a call from Alexander. He, in a mysterious way, told her to go off duty early because he would give her a present. She was baffled and asked Alexander several times what that was, but he kept it secret. So, she quit asking, looking forward to the time after work.

It was time to go off duty when it was 5 o'clock. Natalie packed up hurriedly and walked downstairs more swiftly than usual. Benjamin Carter, walking behind her, intended to ask ...