Bye-Bye Jerk, Hello Mr. Right by Rosie Steppe

Chapter 483

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Ron never called out mistakes directly. He had this way of giving low-key, feel-good reminders that made you want to do better without feeling weird about it.

That's why he was our superior. He'd joke around all day, barely looking like he was working, but somehow, everyone else was always hustling to keep up.

I played along, smiling. "If I slowed down, I'd feel guilty, letting you down."

He chuckled. "But I never put any pressure on you. Besides, work's endless. No need to rush."

Ron's the first boss I've met who doesn't want you to stress yourself out. Kinda rare.

Since he was being nice, I couldn't exactly turn him down without coming off rude, so I smiled and said," Alright, I'll keep that in mind."

"You've lost a lot of weight lately. Are you sure you're okay?" He didn't even glance at the stack of documents I'd handed him, like he was more interested in a random chat.

We weren't close or anything, but ever since we met, he acted like we were old pals. Still, I kept things

Professional. I'm fine, really."

from his desk. "Here, this is from a client. Supposed to boost energy or something. You should try it." I looked at the box,

once, Ron actually seemed a little embarrassed, giving me an awkward grin. "Haha, yeah, they probably thought I had a girlfriend. But as you

the gesture.

down." He winked, making it sound more like a casual hang

I agreed, noting he wasn't exactly rushing to sign. No point pushing it

never ends.

placed the candy I'd promised him earlier on his desk. He looked at the candy, a bit amused. "You actually brought

try to keep my word," I replied, picking up the gift box

docs. "Ms. Kay, sorry for the delay. Hope it didn't cause

"Can it even be a

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Chapter 43

planned," I said, remembering I needed to catch

video.

it off like it was no big

Shane," I apologized, feeling a little guilty since I had offered

me two meals," he grinned, making it impossible

I laughed. "Deal."