Proving Himself to Her

*Patricia’s POV*

I was almost late when I arrived at the workplace this morning. I know I have much explaining to do, especially to Delilah, whom I failed to message about my unplanned absence yesterday. I didn’t realize that Stuart intended us to be left behind on the island yesterday. I could not text Delilah since my cellphone battery ran out, and Rea brought my charger.

“Patricia, you’re back!” Miss Melba greeted me.

“S-sorry for being a little la—“ I was about to make an excuse when somebody interrupted us.

“Miss Melba, do we have enough refrigerator cakes for sale today?” here came Stuart.

“I think so,” Miss Melba answered.

“Good,” he nodded, “then that means I could request Patricia to supervise the preparation of the lunch meeting that I will be having today.”

“Sure,” Miss Melba said.

“That can’t be,” I refused.

Miss Melba and I simultaneously answered, but Stuart acknowledged Miss Melba’s answer.

I squinted at Stuart before smiling at Miss Melba. I do not know what he