My Baby’s Daddy

Cole smiled. “It depends, but that’s part of my job.”

“Be careful, then. Don’t make me worry about you. Shirley was very worried about his safety. “All right. I’ll be careful.” He nodded. Even without her reminding him, he didn’t want to make her worry either.

“This is delicious.” She then scooped some food onto his plate. At the same time, in another upscale restaurant, Zacharias sat at the table, staring at his phone as he waited for a message. He had been waiting for over ten minutes, and the girl hadn’t replied to him. So, she’s with her beloved man and doesn’t even want to bother me anymore?

He couldn’t believe that Shirley hadn’t seen his messages. Since her phone was secure for her profession, she wouldn’t receive junk texts, and she would see every message. Frustrated, he sent another message. ‘Reply to my message! He wrote it in a more commanding tone.

Shirley glanced at the message that lit up again, and with some impatience, she picked up her phone and checked the message. It was another overbearing message from Zacharias. What could he possibly want?

Yes, Mr. Flintstone? she finally replied. ‘From now on, even if you’re taking time off, you’re not allowed to ignore my messages, the man quickly responded.

Seeing that, she scoffed and replied, ‘What is it, Mr. Flintstone?! ‘Be back at the residence before 2.00PM.’ He had shortened her time off.

by 2.00PM, it meant she had exactly one less hour for her date with Cole. Tll

table, Cole watched as Shirley’s expression showed signs of annoyance when she replied to the messages. It was clear that she was

someone upset you?” he asked curiously. Since Shirley had no one else to vent to, she complained to him, “Yeah, there’s this really. annoying person who’s been making things difficult for

it?” He grew

and unreasonable, and I can’t be bothered to

enjoy our meal. Just stay away from people who upset you.” But who could

Shirley propped up her chin and revealed a cute smile. “Cole, do you have a

question. After he cleared his throat, he replied,

was secretly pleased. “Do

replied, looking at her. “Then… have you considered me?”