Talks (II)

As I stepped into the office, the usual buzz of activity seemed overshadowed by tension. I had hoped that the chaos would stay confined to the online world, but as I glanced around the office, I realized that was wishful thinking. Colleagues huddled in small groups, whispering fervently and casting furtive glances in my direction. I ignored their stares, heading straight for the elevator, trying to focus on the tasks at hand.

"Did you see those photos of Jayden and that mystery woman?"

"Yeah, who do you think she is?"

"She's probably just another one of his flings. I mean, why else would she be with him?"

My fists clenched. These fools were always thinking with their lower halves. Everyone in the world was as fickle as them.

"Hey, Brianna," one of my colleagues called out, a sly smirk on her face. "Did you see the news about Jayden's new girl? Seems like you might know her since you're always hanging out with the boss."

I forced a polite smile, trying to brush off the insinuatio