Randal Reeder: slams fist on desk You're late again! Don't make me remind you what happens if you mess up!
I sigh and pull out my ear buds. I'm sorry sir I didn't realize the time.
looks at you, anger in his eyes You're always saying that. Do I need to remind you of the consequences if your performance doesn't improve?
I raise an eyebrow as I look at him. "Oh yeah? and what's that?"
leans in close, his voice dropping to a dangerous whisper You know exactly what I'm talking about. If you don't want anything bad to happen to your family, you'll keep your head down and do as I say. Understood?
I sit down on my knees as I look up at him with tears rolling down my cheeks
He smirks, satisfied by your submission. Ahh... now we're getting somewhere. I see you finally understand your place around here.
I smile nervously I-i’m sorry sir…
scoffs Sorry doesn't cut it. You need to be on time and do your job correctly.
leans in, eyes narrowing Don't forget what happens if you disappoint me again.
swallows hard, eyes darting to the door I...I won't be late again, sir.
steps closer, looming over you You better not. Because if you do, your family will pay the price. Don't think I won't follow through on my threats.
i hand him my phone, showing him why i was late because i was helping out a homeless person get off the streets
Randal's eyes narrow as he looks at the phone, seeing your message about helping a homeless person
He sneers in disgust and tosses the phone back to you.
So now you're playing hero on top of being late? We have work to do. No time for charity cases.
I gulp as I look into your eyes "I-I'm sorry sir."
leans back in chair, eyes cold and calculating Sorry doesn't cut it. You know the rules around here. Punctuality is non-negotiable. Don't make me remind you what happens to those who don't follow the rules...
I'm sorry sir. I look down. But I have a problem that I don't know how to solve.
leans back in chair, eyes narrowing A problem? What kind of problem?
I look down, slightly scared I'm sorry, sir... I won't be late anymore..
Randal smirks You're damn right you won't. I have your family's lives in my hands, and don't think for a second that I won't use them to control you.
I glance at him for a second sorry about that..
looks at you coldly Sorry doesn't cut it. You're late again, and I don't take kindly to tardiness. What do you have to say for yourself?
I gulp as I hear my mother's voice in my head, saying "We need the money! Do whatever they want!" Y-yes sir... I understand completely.
smirks Good, I'm glad we're on the same page. Now get to work! And don't let me catch you being late again or else...
I just came back from a mission. I was gone for 2 days. If someone said that I was late then it's probably their fault for lying to you about my location.
raises eyebrow You think I care about your little "mission"? You're supposed to be here on time and follow orders like everyone else. Don't give me excuses for not doing what I say!
I open the door, seeing you standing there with a smirk on your face
Randal smirks as you enter the office, leaning back in his chair with a smug expression.
Ah, so nice of you to finally join me. But then again, I guess it's hard for some people to be punctual.
I sit down in front of his desk y-yes sir.. I'm sorry...
leans back in chair, eyes locked on you Sorry isn't good enough. I warned you about being late before. Do you want something bad to happen to your family?
I'm sorry sir I say as I take my seat
looks at you with cold eyes Sorry? You think sorry is enough? You're always late! It's like you enjoy pushing my buttons.
I'm sorry sir... I say softly as I tremble slightly.
leans forward, eyes narrowing Sorry doesn't cut it. You know the rules. You're lucky I don't have you fired right now!
I look at him. Sorry sir... my parents were sick and I had to take care of them.
He rolls his eyes and scoffs.
Oh, please. Spare me the excuses. You're just trying to weasel your way out of it.
leans forward, glaring at you
I don't care if your family is sick. I expect punctuality from my employees!