Epilogue II
‘Ms. Wentworth wants to see you. Be obedient,’ placing before me the leather collar I wear when I join Ms. O’Brien in inspecting and collecting on completed installations.
Ms. O’Brien’s command came like a clap of thunder, rolling through the valley of my head as I depart her office suite and traverse the lush hallway of the executive floor. Momentous words. I’ve been some four years working at JWW Enterprises. Despite assignment on the executive floor for well over a year as the administrative assistant to Senior Vice President Becky O’Brien, I have not met her... the founder.
A woman passes and smiles knowingly, her hand going to touch her neck indicating my collar is prominently displayed. In consolation... at least there is no leash. And I can’t help asking myself.... no
