RUBY

"I told you, focus on your work and avoid reading unnecessary news," Astrid's tone was firm, but she only clenched her fists. She was very good at controlling her emotions, and I didn't question it anymore.

Astrid took her men away after speaking with the receptionist, while I remained in the waiting room. I sat on the sofa, then shifted my position to stand by the glass window, then sat down again.

Time had passed, and it was well past the promised time limit. I returned to the reception ...