I turned away from the piercing stare of Ryan and caught sight of Nathan, his face frozen in shock. He quickly threw on his shirt, buttoning it up as he walked over. Nathan asked, “You

have more guests today?”

Ryan’s face darkened as he asked, “And who is he?”

I never imagined I’d end up in a situation like that, not even in my wildest dreams. Yet here

it was, playing out like some soap opera. Both of my backup guys showed up at my place at

the same time.

Both men turned to look at me at the exact same time, their gazes locking onto me. I regained my composure and offered a steady smile. “He’s my subordinate, Ryan.”

Ryan’s face went pale, and a wave of grievance washed over his expression. I turned and

gestured toward Nathan. “And this is my friend, Nathan.” Nathan’s brow furrowed slightly.

The tension in the room was thick, but I tried to lighten the mood. I reached out, took the

bag from Ryan, and asked, “Did you bring any dishes?”

Ryan’s face eased up a little, and he nodded. “Yeah, I brought some. I came over to have

lunch with you.”

I nodded, then turned to Nathan. “Do you have any plans for lunch? If not, maybe you

could…”

else going on. Mind if I just eat here?” Nathan cut me

not–so–subtle hint.

“Lunch is

daughter over

some business

then, Yvonne called out from the elevator. “Dad,

silence, Jared appeared, holding Yvonne’s hand. They seemed to be chatting

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“Mom, you’re home. Awesome! And look, Ryan’s here, too. Oh, and who’s this guy? Is he your new

silence. I looked

right up to us, demanding, “Victoria, what’s

some food over

didn’t you say you had lunch plans with someone else? Why

cold. “No,

himself, “Hey there, kiddo. I’m not your mom’s boyfriend, just

“Oh, okay.” Yvonne nodded.

at all

trying to set Jared up with new girlfriends back at home. Yvonne’s way

chill about

indifferent and distant didn’t get hung up on relationships. They were quick to accept when

to send at least one of them away, but it looked like all three guys were determined to stick around and see what I could do in the kitchen. Whatever,

seat, I’ll get started on

the kitchen.

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