Chapter 0013

Chapter 0013

"How do you want me to repay you?" Suzy teased, playfully pinching Riley's jaw. “How about I have Allen repay you... in bed?"

Riley's eyes lit up instantly. “Of course! Let's do it tonight!"

Suzy sighed, the humor slipping from her tone, Riley, sometimes being too persistent isn't always a good thing."

Had it been three years ago, Suzy wouldn't have said this, but after what she went through with Dylan, she felt the need to warn her.

After all, Riley wasn't just an employee, but also a close friend. And while Allen was a great guy, unrequited feelings were best addressed sooner rather than later.

Riley, sensing the shift in Suzy's demeanor, noticed something she hadn't seen before.

Though Suzy looked as radiant as ever-perhaps even more beautiful than three years ago

there was a shadow in her eyes, a sadness that hadn't been there before..

To think someone had the audacity to break her boss' heart.

Whoever that man was,

a fool

who he was, because she'd make sure he learned

avoid upsetting Suzy further, she, like Allen, wisely didn't press on the matter and simply asked, "Boss, do

walked over to a set of rosewood chairs, poured a glass of water, and handed it to Riley. She poured one for herself as well, taking a sip before answering. "Allen already knows. And I heard

the glass but placed it aside. "I can't believe you didn't tell me

a piece of cake into Riley's mouth. "You and Allen really are two of a kind- always so sour." Riley chewed slowly, smirking. "You're lucky it's you. Anyone else and I

grabbed a piece of

Suzy finally got to the point of her visit. "Get

raised an eyebrow. "Who is it that deserves such special

Chapter 0013

"My

you

laughed. “Is it that

you think?” Riley huffed. “So, for the

a secret, just not the right time to

required some commitment

broken look in your eyes-like someone who's been

look?” Suzy touched her face. “Do I

at Suzy's eyes. "Others might not notice, but I can spot

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