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Fighting against time

Author: Janelle Rich
last update Last Updated: 2025-02-12 23:21:55

Marrissa's point of view

My alarm rang loudly, blaring through the silence of my room. I groaned, reaching out blindly to silence it, but I knew I could not afford even a minute of extra sleep. I had three days—just three days—to put together a solid project for the WBA and submit it before the deadline.

Dragging myself out of bed, I moved on autopilot, showering and dressing as quickly as possible.

Even though I was very tired,I pushed myself through it. I had no choice.

By the time I went downstairs, Mr. Thornhill was already seated at the dining table, he was holding a newspaper in one hand and a cup of coffee in the other hand. He looked up as I walked in, and he was surprised to see me downstairs so early.

"You are up early," he said, setting the newspaper down. "Are you going to the office this early?"

"Yes, sir," I replied, grabbing my bag. "I have a lot to do."

His sharp gaze lingered on me for a moment, like he wanted to say something, but then he just nodded. "Go
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