Chapter 57

Back at the office, Colin dropped his pen and clapped along with the others as his father stopped talking to signal the end of his impromptu meeting.

Present were the two vice presidents, the CEO, the most senior executive director, and Colin in his office. 

"How are you enjoying your vacation?" Jeremy, the most senior executive director, asked Colin jokingly.

"Remind me next time never to vacation nearby again." Colin said and rolled his eyes at his father. 

Everyone burst into laughter as they stood up to leave. 

After everyone had left, Colin too gathered up his stuff and bade his father a goodbye. 

"Will you check on your mom?" His dad's voice stopped him when he had his hand on the door. 

"No," he turned back and answered. "Alright," Ben nodded. "Give my love to Becky."

"I will," Colin said and let himself out of the office. Stepping into the corridor, he saw Debbie and two other staff members from her fat