"You should go, Quincy." Dean said quickly.
Almost too quickly.
"But you guys need me to work on the interview for Mr Napol! I scheduled it weeks ago and I have been on this case since day 1." I protested.
"Julie can cover you. This story on Mr De Luca is a big one, Quincy. You should go gather as much information as you can. While he is still willing to give out." Dean's eyes never met mine. Instead they choose to wander past my head.
I frowned at his unusual stance. The normal Dean would have his back posture straighter, more confident. However, my observing eyes honed in on his hunched back as if he was afraid, cowering under watchful eyes.
Afraid of what? I wonder.
I sighed in defeat. I had been trying to change Dean's mind for the past hour. However, I knew that it was to no avail.
"How long will you be gone?"
"About 4 days." I grudgingly replied.
"Where to?"
"Sicily, Italy."
Dean seemed to ponder for a bit before saying, "Why not make this an amazing opportunity to see the sights there? Surely, he won't make you work 24/7. Take some of your free time to see the famous Greek temples."
"Food is amazing there too."
I had always wanted to go to Italy. I found myself nodding to Dean.
As I was walking out, Gillie waved me over.
"So, did Dean manage to change your mind?" She smiled knowingly.
"What do you mean?"
"I mean you are the teacher's pet. Anything Dean says would definitely sway your mind."
"I am not the teacher's pe- ." I scoffed.
Gillie just rolled her eyes at me.
Shut up Gillie.
"What time is your flight?"
"About 9 later this evening." I hopped behind the counter with her.
"At least its a night flight. You can ignore him and just go to sleep. Do you need help packing?"
"No, I'm good. I was thinking if you could take Mr PBJ home with you though. I haven't been gone for this long and I'm scared my baby would get lonely."
"Sure. Hey, you should really take advantage of your time there. Mr De Luca is paying for everything isn't he? You should go crazy on the food and spas and massages."
I nodded absentmindedly. Gillie is right. I should at least try to enjoy myself.
"Not tea though. Not any forms of tea. That is considered cheating!" Gillie droned on.
"Cheating on who?" I sat up in alarm.
"Me, of course!"
I spent the day with Gillie till the clock struck 5. I knew I had to start packing and drop Mr PBJ with Jared at their house.
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Dante's Love (18+)
RomanceA mature novel in which a very powerful man falls dangerously for a meek girl. - "Come here." A harsh, clear warning rang in his voice. I stood, my cheeks flushed red from the sight before me. Dante's chest was all bare and his fingers were slowly u...
