Chapter 22

Anya returned to her desk and shoved the thick stack of drafts away. She threw herself into work and began correcting them. She kept working as the hands of the clock on the wall kept moving steadily.

When she looked up from her work and stared at the clock, it was half past ten.

Her kids must be asleep now.

The thought of her precious darlings made Anya’s heart twinge painfully. She was working now and she foresaw many late nights in the office. She wasn’t going to have as much time to spend with her kids anymore.

On the bright side, she was done with these drafts. Anya tidied up the pile of papers and set them in a neat stack on her desk. She was ready to knock off work.

It was then that Jake emerged from his office with his briefcase.

He caught Anya tidying her desk and headed towards her. “Anya, let’s go. I’ll give you a ride home.”

Anya eyed the clock, then glanced at the window. It was dark outside.

Finally, she nodded and accepted Jake’s offer to drive her home. They chatted casually as they made their way to the carpark.

Jake drove a white Audi Q5. They got into the car. Jake asked Anya for her address and then started the car. Soon, they were on their way to Ellie’s apartment.

Within minutes, the car arrived at Anya’s apartment building.

Jake, for sending me home.” “You’re welcome. You’re my staff. As your boss, I’m charged with making sure you get back home safely. Don’t you agree?” Jake said while he leaned

Anya gave Jake a smile and got out of the car. She

tomorrow!” Jake nodded and then watched as Anya walked

gradually settled

apartment building looked rather shabby. Perhaps her family wasn’t doing very well.

doing quite well for himself. He might have a chance if he started

idea for a moment. Then, he was slamming his foot into

headed up the apartment block with her bag.

the door quietly. She didn’t want to wake her kids. The young woman slipped out of her

her feet when she heard Anya. “Are you hungry, Anya? There’s

the floor and whispered.

are,” Ellie said with a smile.

a look at them,” Anya said before tiptoeing

after her, her voice a soft murmur behind her. “Would you like some soup? I can warm it up for you.”

at work. I’ve got another two bags. They’re in

She put away Anya’s milk and warmed up

soundly in their small cot. The lights from

was a single look at her children. They were worth the hardship she was suffering.

hair gently. Then, she leaned down and pressed a kiss to

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