Chapter 84: XTeam Basecamp (1)
Monday - 3.30 AM
Mel is awakened by the sound of a timer from her cellphone. She immediately got up and walked fast to the bathroom. In no time, she was ready to go.
This morning, she wore all-black training clothes and sneakers. Even though it’s already March, the air still feels cold in the morning. She also wore a thick coat and didn’t forget to bring her backpack for replacement clothes and other stuff.
After training at XTeam headquarters, she will head to her office. Today, she will discuss with Hiro and Amy about launching a digital bank.
In the short time Mel arrived at the lobby, she saw a familiar black SUV parked. It was still pitch black outside, and it was freezing. She tightened her coat and walked quickly to the car.
"Morning, Anton. How are you today?" Mel greeted as soon as she got into the car and sat beside Anton, who was driving, then offered him a fistbump.
Anton laughs, then does the same... "Morning, Mel. I’m fine. How about you? You look so fresh today."
"What time do you drive from basecamp?" she asks casually. Anton ignores her. Mel chuckled then continued... "Why do you look upset? Don’t tell me it’s because I asked you to pick me up?" Anton smirks. "Gosh Anton... you know, you deserve to pick me up in the middle of the night." Mel shakes her head lightly.
Anton glanced at her with his brow raised slightly. "Deserved? What do you mean?" He is confused.