CHAPTER 131

Sophie

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An hour had gone by, and dizziness had begun to slip in. My breaths came out shallow, and I leaned on the walls of the elevator. Beads of sweat had coated Alex’s face as he ended the call on his phone.

His eyes darted around the elevator. “These bastards didn't even create enough ventilation.” He let out a hiss. “I’m definitely pressing charges.” He gritted.

I sank to the floor. My lungs tightened as it wasn’t getting enough air. “How long would it take for them to get here?” I wiped the sweat off my face.

“Probably an hour.” Alex settled on the floor, a few inches away from me.

“We would probably be dead by then,” I teased, belying the nervousness in my stomach. My heart had throbbed and even given up.

Since the company hadn’t been officially opened. The only workers here were the decorators. No one could help with emergencies like this. And thanks to the contractors for building a horrible elevator.

Alex let out a chuckle. “Don’t talk much; save your breath.” His eyes