She had noticed the paleness in Kurts demeanor.
Kurt, appearing embarrassed and coughing slightly, said, I caught a chillst night.
If theres nothing else, I need to leave.
Dulcie watched him hurry away, her mind brimming with questions.
What was going on? She remained confused about Kurts condition, unaware that she was the current subject of whispers in the logistics department.
Returning to her desk, Dulcie saw the unusual stares from her colleagues.
Choosing to overlook the nces, she focused on her task. Since joining logistics, she had grown ustomed to the constant gossip.
Her main concern waspleting Kysons assignments.
Byte afternoon, she had analyzed the documents and emailed the summary to Kyson.
The days continued in this pattern.
Each day, Kyson assigned her new documents to handle, delivered by Kurt.
Through these tasks, Dulcies skills and understanding deepened.
However, the workce rumors also intensified.
One day, feeling slightly ill, Dulcie hurried to the restroom. Huddled in a stall, she inadvertently caught snippets of a conversation.
Did you catch thetest gossip? That intern in logistics, the one who just joined? Seems shes making quite the impression.
She hasnt been here long, but shes already cozy with Kurt.
Yes, and Kurt is practically Mr.
Shaws right hand.
With him on her side, shes set.
I noticed her too-shes not a local, right? Shes attractive, but who would have thought? Its surprising how much sway looks can hold nowadays.
Alright, alright, just be careful with your words. If Mr.
Shaw catches wind of this, we could all be in serious trouble.
The voices dwindled as the women exited.
Dulcie took her time leaving the restroom, her expression somber.
Had the rumors already spread so far? Engrossed in Kysons assignments, Dulcie had ignored thepany chatter.
She hadnt realized it had reached such a fever pitch, with even staff from other departments discussing it.
Later, in the logistics department, Kourtney summoned Dulcie to her office.