“Noah, it’s only 11:45. Aren’t you supposed to work until noon? Leaving early like this is irresponsible, you know?”
The employee’s voice was sharp and annoyed. Noah Steele immediately felt his own temper flare.
“11:45? That’s practically full-time these days! Back in the old days, if it wasn’t 11:30, the place would be empty. And honestly, if I hadn’t dozed off at work and got caught by the manager, I would have been out of here long ago.”
His anger only fueled the employee’s. A torrent of shouting erupted, and if Noah hadn’t been quick on his feet, he might have gotten spit all over his face. Sensing the danger, he turned on his heels and bolted.
“Good grief…what a psycho. Seriously, nearly scared me to death!” Noah muttered, wiping sweat off his forehead.
He wandered the streets, f
