Chapter 533

The sound of footsteps got closer. I knew it was the security guard Bruce had mentioned. I didn't want to go along with Bruce's act, but this was the only way not to let my two years of effort go down the drain. For two years, I had endured many things that I shouldn't have. I couldn't let tonight's efforts be in vain. With that thought, my rationality overcame my irritation. As the footsteps drew nearer, I gave up resisting. In no time, a gasp reached my ears. Bruce abruptly opened his eyes and turned slightly, shouting angrily, "Get out!" The security guard scurried away. The corridor returned to silence; it was so quiet that I could almost hear my heartbeat. It seemed the guard had been fooled. I quietly distanced myself from Bruce. "Thank you, Mr. Harold. I wouldn't have been able to explain myself if it hadn't been for your help." Bruce paused and glanced at me. "Ms. Fisher, aren't you going to explain why you came to the second floor when you're supposed to be on the thir