The Day I Kissed An Older Man by Cher the Cherished

"So even the great Mister Sherman has moments when he doesn't feel like working," teased Rita, to which Sherman responded with a smile.

"I'm human, not a machine. It's only natural that I have those moments."

"And how do you usually deal with such negative emotions?" Rita asked, expecting a typical response. However, Sherman's answer took her by surprise.

"I just skip work altogether. As the boss, I still have that privilege."

Rita could not help but laugh. "Mister Sherman, you really have a sense of humor."

After taking a sip of his coffee, Sherman asked, "So, Miss Rita, why did you ask me out today? Is it still about that piece of land?"

Rita shook her head firmly. "It has nothing to do with that. But if you're willing to chat, I'd be happy to. Actually, it's—"

Rita bit her lip, unsure of how to broach the subject. She realized she had been too impulsive, rushing to Sherman and asking why he had helped her. It might make her seem presumptuous; perhaps Sherman had simply acted out of a sense of justice.

seem like your usual self,"

fixed on him. "Then tell me, what do you think

stature, even those who are on par with me in terms of wealth rarely speak so

"I only speak the truth, so you can rest

are you

Sherman, perhaps asking you this question

getting rid of Chase?"

me in

expecting Rita to be as straightforward as ever, asking whatever was on her mind. "Um...

his gaze, picked up his coffee, and took a sip

to hide it anymore. Although it's not right of me, accidentally overheard the

the phone

was you who helped me behind the scenes, but I don't understand why you did it, especially