Lost Me Gained Regret

Chapter 7

Since he had shown who mattered more to him between me and Margaret, there was no reason for me to keep it a secret any longer.

“What kind of surprise?” Bryant’s curiosity was piqued, and he wanted to know

immediately.

“I’ll tell you after work. Wait for me!” I tiptoed for a quick kiss on his lips, then turned away, leaving him standing there.

After Bryant left, I finally managed to focus on my design drafts. I had no idea how long it had been before someone knocked on my office door again.

“Come in,” I said, without looking up.

you?” Margaret’s gentle voice came

because I hated interruptions when

“Sorry, I didn’t mean to. I just found out that the Director position of the Design Department was supposed

I

me: l’couldn’t make as much working my whole life as a design director as I could owning ten percent

my indifferent and relaxed

you, let me know, and I can switch departments. I

to upset you,’ she said, settling onto the sofa comfortably.

You can stay

‘Please, just s

fuss. I thought, fearing the company would go under befor could enjoy my shares with her around. At least in the Design Department, I could keep things under