Miss Josefina: Nobody's Princess

After clocking out, Josefina stepped through the company's doors and immediately spotted Oliver's car waiting for her at the curb. It was an unremarkable vehicle, blending seamlessly into the bustle of the cityscape.

Approaching the passenger side, Josefina opened the door and slid into the seat, deliberately avoiding the spot next to Oliver.

Oliver's features flickered with surprise, followed by an indulgent, affectionate smile. Josefina was clearly giving him the silent treatment. Over the flowers, perhaps?

They arrived at the spot Oliver had mentioned, and he got out, opened her door, and scooped her up in his arms.

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"If I don't hold you, you'll never talk to me."

Finally, they could talk.

Once back in the car, Oliver sat beside her, and the driver, mindful of his job security, discreetly raised the privacy partition to avoid witnessing any potentially intimate scenes. "Don't be mad, okay? How about I don't send you flowers anymore?"

Josefina glanced at him. "From now on, don't send me anything without my approval." It was just too showy.

you say," Oliver said, holding her hand tightly, unwilling

and eager to

and called George. "George, no more flowers for

instead." Josefina's brow furrowed at the thought of receiving

working," Oliver ended

frosty expression then melted into a

Oliver's earnest apology,

handed it to Josefina. "Josie, your favorite. We'll be

was a delight Josefina cherished. As she took a sip, Oliver watched her, unable to tear his gaze away,

attractive eyes could melt anyone's

the entrance of the

perhaps you should wait inside. It's terribly hot out here, and we wouldn't want your condition to worsen. Health

back from the brink. Bennett, how's the barbecue coming along? Keep in mind,

grilling as we speak. It should be ready just in time for Ms. Josefina's

Brandon needed no further reassurance and continued to gaze into the distance, eagerly anticipating

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