Downing the first glass of beer, it felt like the second and third were inevitable.

Thankfully, Dorothy had the forethought to line her stomach with some food before diving into the drinks, saving herself from the ache of an empty belly.

The vibe was high tonight, and she wasn't about to be the buzzkill.

Dorothy

you up to now?" "What can I be up to? Just asking! Ms. Sanchez has been around the office for a while, but I've never seen her and Mr. Lopez as an item. Plus, let's be real—if Ms. Sanchez were Mr. Lopez's girl, I would've been canned a long time ago, right?"

the restroom, Dorothy found that almost everyone was full. She barely sat down when Austin offered a smile, "Ms. Sanchez, how about I give you a lift? It's a hassle getting a cab with everyone leaving at once. You could be waiting forever.” "No, it's fine. I'll call a cab after everyone's gone. I'm not in a rush.” "Don't you need to get back to your kids?" "Nope, they're not staying with me." Austin's expression faltered for a moment, then he chuckled, "Oh, I see. I thought you'd be eager to get back to them! But hey, my car's empty, and you seem a bit under the weather. I'll drive you home." "I'm

the restaurant's door handle, her cheeks flushed a deeper shade, clearly hit by the

should just take you home after all?" Perhaps emboldened by Ophelia's words and his own probing, Austin now felt bold enough to reach

wouldn't dare

got to ensure you get home safely,” Austin said with a probing smile. "Ms. Sanchez, is there someone at home

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