Chương 21 - David's Second Chance
David had avoided dating for almost two years.
His friends encouraged him.
He refused.
Then Teresa's birthday arrived.
The staff organized a small dinner.
David brought flowers.
Teresa stared at them.
“You didn't have to.”
“I wanted to.”
She smiled.
“Thank you.”
The evening ended.
Everyone left.
Teresa and David remained in the garden.
The silence between them was comfortable.
David finally spoke.
“Would you let me take you to dinner?”
Teresa looked at him.
“As your employee?”
“No.”
She smiled.
“As your friend?”
“I hope eventually as something more.”
She was silent.
Then she said:
“I need time.”
David nodded immediately.
“Take all the time you need.”
“And if I say no?”
“I'll respect it.”
Teresa looked at him.
“That answer matters.”
“Why?”
“Because I've had enough men decide what I owe them.”
David's face softened.
“You don't owe me anything.”
She smiled.
“Then maybe dinner.”
He smiled back.
“Maybe?”
“Don't push your luck.”
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For the first time, they laughed together.
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