THERE was another silence for a while, then Carlson spoke up.
“What are you talking about?” His voice sharpened. “You are not thinking about quitting, are you?”
Maria sighed, rubbing her temples. “Yes, master. I’m seriously considering resigning. This wasn’t what I signed up for. The constant stress, the danger, dealing with Oswald... it is too much than I expected, way too much.”
“Maria, you can’t just quit,” Carlson said, clearly shocked. “You are too important to our operation. Besides, Oswald still doesn’t know about your involvement. We need you to keep it that way.”
“I’m aware,” Maria said bitterly. “But I’m at my limit. I can’t keep up this facade forever master, I'm sorry. It is only a matter of time before he finds out.”
He fumed, fisting his left hand.
“You are overreacting
