I scrolled through my phone as I entered the building.
Booking a meeting with the landowner today to discuss price.
Real estate, here I come.
The usual chatter of the office buzzed around me, though today, it felt different.
People weren't just chatting, they were whispering, heads tilting in my direction as I walked past.
I frowned.
It wasn't subtle.
Their glances lingered a little too long, their hushed voices carrying just enough for me to catch fragments.
"…I can't believe it…"
"…slapped him…"
"…aggressive…"
I raised an eyebrow, pushing the elevator button and crossing my arms as I waited.
Whatever it was, they were clearly too chicken to say it to my face and I don't care about chickens. Unless they are food.
The elevator ride to my floor was equally awkward, with two assistants who kept sneaking glances at me like I'd suddenly sprouted horns.
