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Chapter 15

We left the office and went outside together. The place we went to was only a few meters away from the office.

Actually, I feel bad about quitting now that I can see that the manager looked tired. If I add my resignation, he will probably be depressed.

[Acquire new mission!]

[Quit your job].

[Reward: 1 point].

Ay!

I was stunned for a second before I realized what had happened. The message was abrupt and shocking.

I don't know what to say. It looks like the system wants me to quit this job... Well, I guess I don't have a choice.

The system made it easier for me. Now I don't feel guilty at all. This resignation may affect them and me, but at least I will get a reward from the system. 1 point is still 1 point.

Let's just hope they don't give me less money. On the other hand, my decision has already been made the moment I had the Grind System.

"Manager, I want to resign. Here's my letter of resignation."

When I pulled out the letter I prepared last night, the manager was stunned. His expression was somber.

"Huh? Are you kidding me, even you, Keith?"

"I'm sorry."

That was all I could say. This job has helped me and my family a lot.

The manager sighed as he looked at my serious expression. From what he said, it seemed that I wasn't the only one who had resigned...

"Is it because of what happened last month?"

"..."

I had never really thought about that. But honestly, what happened last month was too hard for me.

Last month, a big incident happened and it was even announced on national television.

Two car thieves were killed by the police. They were killed while driving a stolen car. And yes, the person they stole from was me, Keith Castillo.

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I was scared shitless at the time. The two men got into my car and I thought they were just customers. But when they pulled out their guns and pointed them at my head, I thought I was going to die.

They stole my hard-earned money and my company car. I didn't dare fight back because I knew how stupid it would be.

Then they sped off and left me in the middle of the road.

I was sweating and traumatized, but I realized I could get fired if I didn't do something. So I called the police and they tracked down the car using the license plate.

A shootout ensued and the two carjackers were killed. The media interviewed me, but I asked them to blur my face because I didn't want to scare my family... Penelope still found out and cried.

This incident traumatized me and made me depressed. I can say it was one of the reasons I killed myself.

It's ironic that I'm afraid of death, and yet I killed myself.

It's ironic that I want to quit, but I'm afraid of being fired.

The company never blamed me and even gave me compensation and a week's vacation. All I did with the money was buy alcohol and drown in depression. My wife and I fought over it. I know, I'm an asshole. I will never touch alcohol again.

I kept my mouth shut and let the manager misunderstand.

"I see..."

The manager sighed again. He didn't want to blame me because he knew what I had been through. Maybe he thought I was afraid of this job.

To be fair, being a taxi driver is a lot better than other jobs. At least it pays better than being a construction worker or a factory worker. Working in an office sounds good, too, but I had no luck for five years, and being a taxi driver was my best job.

"Last week another car was stolen. It seems there's a crime syndicate targeting taxi cars. We're not the only company they've stolen from, so I understand if you want to quit."

... I didn't know that. I guess I'm not the only one out of luck. I hope they can move on because having two guns pointed at you is scary.

"It's okay, I'll set your salary today, and your separation fee too. What are you going to do from now on? Do you want me to find you a job? I know a restaurant that needs a waiter."

"Actually, I want to start my own business. Just a small business, I don't ask for much."

I scratched the back of my head and felt ashamed. The manager is a good guy to understand my situation. He didn't even look angry, just sad.

"That's good."

"Thanks."

"Just wait here for half an hour. You can see we're getting ready for the Christmas party and the bonuses. I'll call you as soon as I get the paperwork done."

"Thank you, manager."

Waiting half an hour is no problem for me.

.........

......

...

After half an hour, the manager came back and handed me an envelope with a pile of bills inside. I took a look and realized it was quite a lot...

"M- Manager--"

"Just take it. You're a good person and you've earned it. I'm thankful that you never blame the company.

... Again, I hadn't thought of that. Is it even possible to file a complaint?

"So you don't want to stay and join the party? We hired a caterer and there is alcohol."

"I'm sorry, manager, I have something to do."

It would be embarrassing for me to join the party knowing that I have already quit. It would be too shameless.

"Hm, have a good trip. I hope you have a fruitful business."

"Thank you very much. I wish you a Merry Christmas."

I could not help but bow my head. I am grateful for the manager's kindness.

[Mission completed!]

[You earned 1 point!]

As I said goodbye, I knew this would be the last time I'd be here. The system informed me that I had completed the mission. I grinned and found a safe place to count my money.

Poor people love money! Big money!

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