Housewife Gone Wild

“Let’s go in. I ordered,” Nathan said, leading me into a small private room on the second floor. Outside was a little balcony with flowers, and not far off was a field, giving it a countryside feel.

“Coffee?” Nathan offered warmly.

“Thanks.” I sipped my coffee slowly, then got up and went to the balcony.

Nathan sat behind me, watching, and then softly said, “You look troubled. What’s going on? Can I help?”

I looked back at him. His eyes were clear and full of concern. “You already helped. Now you’re treating me to lunch,” I smiled.

Nathan smiled back. “It’s just a meal. No need for formalities.”

I didn’t say anything about my worries. Nathan didn’t push. We talked more about his field. He spoke freely and with passion. When he talked about his specialty, his eyes lit up.

I remembered the future tech industry had a bright outlook. Nathan was sure to do great things. “Mr. Holcomb has invested in quite a few projects lately,” Nathan said suddenly.

I knew Jared was a skilled investor, steady and cautious,

money.

learn about investment management,

to make much money. When I

looks just like him,” Nathan said

you seen my daughter?”

once at a dinner. I happened to notice her and took a good look. Her eyes and features are like Mr. Holcomb’s, no sign of you,” Nathan said, and

it’s OK whether she looks like me. She’s part of the Holcomb family,

heard what I said and already guessed why I was upset. He carefully

eyes tightened, and I shook my head. “It doesn’t matter. Every family has its problems. Things like this happen, it’s

and said, “Mr.

I say he did, would that surprise you,

Melissa before, but she