Chapter 29

Zoey totally silent for a sec, looking hella unsure before she continued. But the hijack effect was still banging strong, pushing her to spill more.

"Yeah, Karl, I... like actually got a problem with kleptomania. It's been mad long I couldn't control the urge to nick small stuff. Even at this workplace, I'm always snatching things I don't even need," spilled Zoey in a low voice, acting like she had just realized the heaviness of her own confession.

Karl went quiet, processing the new info he just heard. "Kleptomania? So you're really into swiping stuff here?" he asked, trying to keep it chill even though he was already plotting in his head.

Zoey nodded slowly, feeling both embarrassed and relieved 'cause she could finally be real. "Yeah, I know it's wrong. But damn, that urge is too strong sometimes, and I feel like I can't hold it back. I always make sure the stuff I snatch ain't too pricey to avoid suspicion."