One year, one love by Aurora Miller

Chapter 80

Chapter 80

Doris arrived at the address Lola had given her.

“Doris, over here. Lola waved at her.

Lola was wearing oversized sunglasses and a long green dress, still as dazzling as ever.

Doris walked over, frowning suspiciously, “Why did you ask me to come here?”

“I want to show you something. Come on. Lola pushed open the black and gold lacquered door behind her.

Doris followed her inside and watched as Lola took out a key to unlock the glass double doors.

The interior was empty, but the decor was nice.

What do you think?” Lola removed her sunglasses and turned to ask.

“It’s pretty good.” Doris glanced around. “What are you planning to do?”

“Have you found a new job?” Lola answered with a question.

Doris thought of the call she received that morning from the hotel’s HR specialist. “I was just about to tell you the HR specialist called and said I could return to work anytime. What about you? Did they call you?”

Lola looked surprised and shook her head. “No. So, are you going back?”

“Lola, I really need a job right now. I need to make money.” Doris felt anxious at the thought of Peyton’s illness.

Lola immediately noticed the sorrow in her eyes. “Did something happen? Tell me, maybe I can help.”

“My mom is sick. Breast cancer. She insists on not having surgery and is opting for conservative treatment,” Doris admitted.

Lola hugged her. “Doris, don’t be afraid. You have me. If you need money, I’ll give it to you.”

“No, that’s not necessary.” Doris shook her head firmly. “The surgery isn’t even that expensive. The problem is that my mom refuses to have it.”

She still hadn’t paid Lola back the 30 thousand dollars she borrowed, and she didn’t want to owe her more. Besides, Jimmy could afford the 30 thousand dollars surgery. The real problem was the one million dollars owed to Ryan.

become someone who endlessly sacrificed for her brother.

had only ever been controlled

and didn’t want to

why did you ask me to come here today?” asked

7000–square–feet space. “Doris, I want to open a café and dessert shop. You know I have a barista certificate, and I make great coffee. What do you

your own boss is better than working for someone

desserts,” Lola said, grabbing Doris’s hand and looking at her intently.

immediately understood. “You want me to join

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smiled, “You just said being your own boss is better than

Doris was a little surprised. She had dreamed of owning a small dessert shop. Waking up early every day, making pastries and bread in her own store–that sounded like a happy life

only saved up 100,000 dollars. And she had already given that money

the end, it was Lewis who took care of everything. And that amount wasn’t nearly enough to

starting a business, Doris felt excited, tempted, and thrilled. But she simply didn’t have the money

best friends. Of course, I want to open a shop with you and make our dream come true together,” Lola said, her eyes

Doris hesitated,

don’t want to drag you down.” Doris forced herself to

face immediately darkened. “Doris, if you say that again,

Doris tried to calm her

You’ve worked there for years, and you have feelings for your colleagues and the job.

a good job and earn money. But I really want

and build something of our own.” Lola’s eyes

bit her lip, hesitating before finally admitting, “Lola, it’s not that I don’t want to do this

expected you to invest money.”

exactly why I don’t want to do this.” Doris didn’t want Lola to take

this shop belongs to my dad. When I told him about my idea, he was very supportive and let

inspecting the location, I chose this place. This shop is in a bustling area, with many office

he would waive my rent at first. He’ll only start charging rent once I start making

thought it through–you have skills, so you can invest with your expertise. You’ll still receive your salary as usual, and at the end of the year, we’ll split the profits according

let me think about it

for your good news. But don’t feel pressured, alright?” Lola reassured her, giving

Doris nodded.