CHAPTER THIRTY FOUR – FIRST DAY OF THE JOB

The next morning, Cassie woke up disoriented. For a moment, she couldn't remember where she was. Then it all came flooding back – the apartment, the car, the new job. She got up and made her way to the kitchen, marveling at the top-of-the-line coffee maker. As she sipped her perfectly brewed coffee, looking out over the city, she felt a mix of excitement and nervousness about what the day would bring. The hours seemed to crawl by as Cassie waited for evening to come. She spent the day familiarizing herself with the apartment, trying to make it feel more like home. She unpacked the few belongings she'd brought from her old place, the familiar items looking almost out of place in this luxurious setting. As 8 PM approached, Cassie stood in front of the mirror, giving herself a final once-over. The black dress fit her perfectly, accentuating her figure without being too revealing. Her hair was styled in loose waves, and her makeup was subtle but glamorous. "You can do this," she told h