The Perfect Setup

After Sloane left, Ingrid announced the upcoming holiday and bonus plans and was about to leave. "Ingrid!" A lively shout from behind made her stop in her tracks.

Someone rushed over eagerly, just like a puppy spotting its owner, eyes full of anticipation. "Ingrid, why have you been avoiding me?" the person asked. That person looked just like a puppy with drooping ears, pitiful and dejected.

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