Love's Redemption (Chris and Maddie)

Chapter 82

"What's going on? Why are we taking a break?"

I rushed over to Brandon, demanding answers.

"Two days off a week is mandated by the government. Given our tight schedule, taking one day off shouldn't be a problem, right?" Brandon's question. left me speechless.

I tried to keep my anger in check. "Mr. Howell, you're right, but we're on a tight. deadline. I've already said we have a final deadline. Can we postpone the break. and focus on meeting the deadline first? I can pay you extra for the overtime."

Brandon looked at me intently. "It's not about money. We aren't machines, we need regular rest. Besides, rest is essential for better work performance.

I knew he had a point, but our situation was special.

I took a deep breath and tried to adjust my tone. "Mr. Howell, is it absolutely necessary to take a break today?

"Yes," Brandon said firmly, and I turned to leave.

Then he added, "You all need to rest today too."

I was enraged. I turned to look at him. "Mr. Howell, it's enough that you rest. Don't worry about us."

"Ms. Crown, if you don't rest well,

jerk was really pushing it. I'd just told him not to mention last night, and he almost

his steady gaze. "Fine,

go!" I

Brandon called after me,

now, Mr. Howell? Do you need a massage or a back rub on your day off?" "That won't be necessary. I need to

laughed. "Fine, have Ms. Spraggins

Ms. Crown to go with me!"

been holding back, finally

the aloof and stoic Brandon

Don't you think

place.

again because I knew what he was

bring up the Amaty incident, and I couldn't let

that.

I come along?" Kara would not

"Sure!"

"No!"

the same