The Placeholder

Avery

As I pushed through the cafeteria doors, I heard frantic whispers behind me.

"Do you think she heard us?"

"Of course she fucking heard us, you idiot!"

"Oh my god, we're so fired."

I didn't look back. Let them stew in their panic.

The elevator arrived almost immediately, and I stepped inside, grateful for the momentary solitude. As soon as the doors closed, I leaned against the wall and exhal