Chapter 1124

"Got it, Grandpa."

Rebecca stepped outside and nearly bumped into Francis.

"Hey... are you thirsty?" She gestured towards the kitchen. "I can grab you a soda or something."

"Sure," Francis nodded, trailing after her.

Rebecca opened the fridge and handed him a cold bottle of water. "So, what brings you here today?"

Francis twisted the cap off and took a sip. "Promise you won't get mad if I tell you?"

"What's going on?" Rebecca furrowed her brow. "What did you do?"

"Don't get me wrong," Francis quickly added. "I just... I'm friends with your boss.

He mentioned you took the afternoon off, and I figured you might have gone to the hospital."

"You're friends with my boss?" Rebecca caught onto that detail, a lightbulb going off in her mind. Could it be...?

the company,

confirming

hadn't planned on revealing this, but if it meant she'd understand his intentions, it was

put in

fell silent, processing

wonder. She had been puzzled at first, landing a spot at such a prestigious design firm

at Francis, realizing he had been looking out

your boss, your skills got you the job. You've been doing great work there."

popped into the

"Mom's cooking dinner. Since you're here, Mr.

casual meal?"

just

Rebecca, then nodded. "Of course not, Rebecca's family

know to make a bit

smiled, "Whatever Rebecca likes, I

faltered slightly. "Alright, got it. You two

couldn't help but frown. Was

her imagination, or

a bit too

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