The night wind ruffled Clarice's hair and the hem of her dress, mirroring the turbulence of her emotions.
"Mike, you're not joking, are you?"
"Of course not, Miss Clarice. Mr. Morris is currently on a business trip to another city. Taking a helicopter would be the fastest way to get there."
Clarice couldn't believe it. "If Mr. Morris is busy, I can wait. Isn't using a helicopter a bit over the top?"
"Not at all. Mr. Morris said your matter is his top priority."
Clarice felt a slight stirring in her heart. She gathered her wind-blown hair and followed Mike onto the helicopter.
Mike took out an eye mask and earplugs. "Miss Clarice's work is very demanding. You must be extremely tired now, right?"
Clarice nodded.
This morning, the director Arnold's promise had filled her with hope, bu
