Hide and Seek

"Where's your boss?" 

Matthew's shoulder froze, his hands slowly raised on his sides as a gesture of surrender. "My boss?" Yet, despite the sudden knot in his stomach, his voice sounded calm and composed. 

'What's happening? Did they come for Zoey?' Matthew wondered internally. His mind functioned faster than usual as he pondered why someone dangerous was chasing for Zoey's head. 

He knew the dangers of the person standing behind him. He could feel the cold tip of the pistol pressing against the back of his head. Yet, Matthew felt surprisingly calm despite the threat at that moment. It was as if he knew he wouldn't die. 

"I won't hurt you, but call your boss. She offended someone she shouldn't." Stern and unwavering, the man clad in black suit, who was hidden in the dark, commanded. 

Matthew could not help but arch his right brow upon hearing the last remarks. 'Offended someone she shouldn't?' He repeatedly inside his head.