No More Waiting, She Chooses Love

Chapter 87



"What's going on? Why the break?"

I was practically on fire as I confronted Ernest, demanding answers.

"Taking two days off a week is the law, and considering our workload, taking one day shouldn't be an issue, right?" Ernest's question left me speechless.

I struggled to keep my anger in check. "Mr. Collins, you're not wrong, but given our tight schedule and the looming deadline, can't we push the break back a bit? Maybe speed up the progress, or I could offer you overtime pay."

Ernest looked at me intently. "It's not about the money. We're not robots; we gotta take breaks regularly to keep running smoothly."

He had a point, but our situation was different.

Trying to calm myself, I asked, "So, Mr. Collins, taking a break today is absolutely necessary?"

"Yes," Ernest replied with finality.

I turned to leave.

Then he added, "You should take the day off, too."

I was fuming, turning back to face him. "Mr. Collins, just enjoy your break. Whether we rest is none of your concern."

Ernest remained unfazed. "Ms.

I interrupted him,

him not to bring up last night, and he was about

under his steady gaze, I caved, "Fine, we'll take a

let's go," I

stopped me again. "I need your help

need? Someone to give you a massage,

like that. I just need to grab a few things and could really use your help to show me around." Ernest

was incredulous, "Fine, let

need you, Ms.

back her laughter any

help but smile at this. This wasn't the stoic soldier Ernest; this was more like

a kid. Don't you think this is a bit... excessive?" I

wasn't embarrassed

new here,

asking you for a little help? Besides,

go!" I cut him off again,

visit to Galaxy Harbor, and I couldn't let Deborah find

join you guys?" Deborah wouldn't miss

"Sure!"

"No need!"

the same time, my agreement