My phone buzzed, retracting my glance as I glanced at it—Alexander.
I wasn't able to pick up his call earlier, so I guess I better inform him about the issues and reasons for me not being at work today.
I took one last look at my mother, who had just regained consciousness and was trying to sit up, as I slowly left her ward, walking to the side to answer the call.
"Hi, Scarlet." His voice came through.
"Good morning, Mr. Alexander. I'm really sorry for my absence at work yesterday and today. Some things came up, and I'm really sorry if I've caused any issues with the project progress..." I uttered, laying out an apology.
"It's okay, Scarlet. I heard about the news of your parents; I'm really sorry, Scarlet. I understand if you have to take some days off."
Seems he found out about my
