The next day, Kory clocked in for work as usual, and everyone was back. This fact made him feel relieved.
“How was your dating training?” Oedipus asked.
“Terrible. I didn’t learn anything at all.” Kory mumbled.
“Well, they’re not all like that. As long as you can play the part. Your blind date with tentacle lady is set up for 8 pm tonight at that fancy seafood place. I didn’t think that she would be so adventurous.” Oedipus said.
“Why don’t you date her then?” Kory asked.
At this point Oedipus briefly exploded. “You’re the one for the job. I’m married and I have many children that I love dearly. I sent you a copy of my memoir so far. You didn’t even bother to read it! I consider you one of my best friends. I’m very hurt!”
“Oh that.” Kory said. “Yes. I have some catching up to do in my reading. I’ll get to it after this mission.”
“Good!” Oedipus said. “I worked hard on that thing!”
“I bet you did.” Kory said.
“Anyway, I’ll be in your ears as always to help things along.” Oedipus said. “Go prepare for this date.”
Kory left immediately.
Come here, go there. Kory felt that the friendship he had with Oedipus was beginning to crack. He thought he’d better read that book to understand his boss better. Some days Oedipus grated on Kory. Today was one of those days. Kory had become used to being an actual professional lately, so he would never bring up his negative feelings at work. He got on his bike and rode home, thankful for the break. However, he dreaded being wired for sound. Fortunately, that was later. He had most of the rest of the day off. WRAITH certainly had an interesting schedule, even if working there was not everything he thought it might be.