I didn’t say what I really wanted to say. Deep down, I already knew it was impossible anyway. Who takes out a salary loan after a week of getting hired? And worse, for five million?

“Evie!”

My head snapped toward Terrence at the sound of my name. He was right in front of me, but it felt like he was miles away.

“I’ve been asking you something for a while now. You’re not answering.”

“Huh?” I blinked, completely lost in thought. No wonder his voice had gotten louder. “I’m ...