Chapter 77

When Leanne arrived at Joy’s corporate office with a lunch box, she found Joy with bags. under her eyes, her fingers flying over the keyboard as she drafted the 180th version of a project proposal.

Every so often, Joy would put her hands together in a pleading gesture, silently beseeching the heavens to curse her boss with a lifetime of celibacy.

Leanne’s visits had become routine. The moment Joy’s colleagues spotted Leanne, a wave of cheer washed over the dreary workspace.

“Is Hottie Anne here to feed us again?”

“She’s got some food for Joy.” Leanne set down the lunch box. Curious heads craned to get a peek.

Joy wheeled her chair over with lightning speed. As she opened the lunch box, the sound of clacking keyboards ceased.

“Oh man, why doesn’t a beauty ever bring me lunch?”

The chubby guy beside Joy twisted his face in mock despair. “Who’s the lucky devil that gets to marry such a gorgeous and caring wife? Do I even stand a chance?”

Leanne offered a smile. “Sure, you do.”

perked up, his eyes lighting up

is from my housekeeper. She’s single and child-free. I

up if you’re

at

leader, spoon in hand, sauntered over. “Joy, have you done with that

half an hour ago!” Joy slurped the chowder defensively, hugging the lunch box close. “Hey! That’s too much. Have

herself accepting a forkf of beef Joy offered, and she ate without

“What are

at her desk with a mask on. My boss has the

the day

days. “I haven’t seen you

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replied, and then,

set down her meal and reciprocated the embrace, cooing,

quietly patted her head. “I

couldn’t stand the sweetness. “You two should just get together. When same-sex marriage gets legalized next year, I’m voting

that way,

would stand a chance?

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