Chapter 7

Alexander's gaze fell on Miguel, quietly seated near the door, observing his surroundings. He approached Miguel and scrutinized him from head to toe.

"Are you a new employee here?" Alexander asked, displaying an air of arrogance. Miguel looked up and hesitated to respond immediately, studying each of Alexander's movements. "Are you deaf? I'm asking if you're a new employee here," Alexander's tone showed irritation.

Alexander's voice caught the attention of the employees. They paused their activities and looked at Miguel and Alexander. They began gossiping about Caroline's uncouth suitor once again.

Miguel glanced up when he noticed Alexander standing in front of him, frowning with his hands in his pockets. "Sorry? Are you talking to me?" Miguel asked, covering his nose due to the smell of smoke emanating from the young man in front of him.

"Yes, I'm talking to you."

"I am not an employee here," Miguel formally replied, bowing his head.

Alexander grabbed the collar of Miguel's shirt. "