An inquisitive stranger

Allison’s POV

I heaved a huge sigh as I sat down on one of the park benches, placing my bag beside me.

Fluttering my eyes shut, I reclined against the bench, trying to replay the interaction that had occured between that bastard and I.

After five good years of living peacefully with Aiden, Leo decided to show up as my new boss.

I couldn't help but wonder the sort of crime that I must have committed in my past life that the heavens decided to be so mean to me.

Hell, where would I go from here? How was I supposed to get a new job within a short timeframe?

I had also resolved against telling Tasha that I had encountered Leo today because I thought it was unnecessary. After all, I had resigned and didn't intend on ever seeing him again.

“Oh, great heavens,” I exhaled heavily, gently massaging the throbbing blood vessels at my temples, just as I heard someone clear their throat beside me.

“A dollar for your thoughts?” A deep voice came from beside me, forcing me to flap my eyes open with a