Chapter 38 Working For Richard

After Richard set me down on the bed, he moved to sit on the edge, reaching out to stroke my hair gently.

I could feel his affection radiating through his touch, and it made my heart swell with warmth.

But there was something I needed to tell him, something that had been on my mind since morning that I knew he would love to hear

“Richard,” I began, my voice steady but soft. “I need to talk to you about something.”

He turned to me, his expression attentive as he tilted his head slightly. “What is it?”

I took a deep breath, preparing myself for the conversation. “I’ve been thinking... I’m going to quit my job at the restaurant next month.”

Richard’s eyes lit up with surprise, and then a slow smile spread across his face. “You are?”

“Yes,” I nodded, feeling a sense of relief now that I’d finally said it. “And I want you to prepare a job for me at your company.”

Richard’s smile grew even wider, and he couldn’t hide the excitement in his eyes. “Really? You’re serious about