Tessa’s POV
I pushed the office door open, the faint glow of the early morning light revealed the familiar desks and muted hum of the fluorescent lights. Surprisingly, the first face to greet me was Alfred's, the new guy. His eyes, framed by disheveled hair, peered at me through thick-rimmed glasses.
"Hey boss, morning person, huh?" he quipped, his voice carrying a peculiar mix of enthusiasm and awkwardness. I couldn't help but wonder why someone would willingly be here at this ungodly hour.
"Morning, Alfred. What brings you in so early?" I asked, raising an eyebrow.
He shifted nervously, adjusting his tie. "Just like getting an early start, you know? Manager's cool, not piling up too much on me."
I nodded, a bit skeptical but not wanting to pry too much. "Alright, early bird catches
