The Perks of Resignation

"Hi, Mr. Copeland." Autumn's familiar tone caught Felix off guard.

He asked, "Are you up?"

She rolled out of bed in response, as if she was preparing herself to receive a work call while abroad. She grabbed her glasses and inquired, "Is there an issue with work?" As soon as she asked the question, there was an eerie silence on the other end.

"Mr. Copeland?" she called out.

He let out a sigh and as