Upon the mention of that person’s name waiting for me, the relief that filled me a while ago was instantly washed away. Adrenalin pumped into my body as I jumped out of the bed and sprinted to the door. He would explode with rage once he found out whom he regarded as a mere stranger infiltrated his former bedroom that he shared with his wife.
With my hands still shaking, I let Kevin lock the door. “Why does he want to see me?” I asked while calming down my nerves. If I had to meet that old man, I needed to be composed and not show a trace of weakness.
“I’ve no idea. But, Mr. Kim wouldn’t be pleased by his visit knowing you’re alone here and he’s abroad,” he simply stated, handing me back the key.
His comment, implying that I was some helpless pushover who didn’t know how to defend myse
