You better find me a sister-inw soon, Sally teased, lightening the mood.
Their usual banter continued, filling the dinner table with Laughter.
Dulcie smiled, appreciating the warm, lively atmosphere.
This, she thought, was how life should be.
As days turned into weeks, Dulcie and Kysons routine ofmuting together solidified into the norm at thepany.
If they didnt appear together one day, that would indeed stir up real gossip.
Gradually, Dulcie stopped receiving odd looks at work.
Instead, she became something of apany celebrity.
One afternoon, after lunch, Dulcie made a cup of coffee to ward off post-meal drowsiness. She noticed someone approaching.
Herees another favor seeker, she muttered.
Before she could exit with her coffee, the person intercepted her with a friendly smile.
Miss Burton, do you have a moment? Evaluating him, Dulcie asked, What is it? I was just heading to see Mr.
Shaw.
Well… Ill be straightforward.
Now that youre working closely with Mr.
Shaw, could you possibly put in a good word for me? If you can help, Ill be at your service for anything you need.
Ugh. She had guessed right.
Knowing how Kyson felt about such tactics, Dulcie responded politely, Im sorry.
Although I work alongside Mr.
Shaw, I dont influence his decisions.
I just do my job.
Im sorry.
With that, Dulcie walked away with her coffee.
Engaging in such favors was a slippery slope; today one person, tomorrow more.
Moreover, if Kyson found out, it could jeopardize the trust they had built. Dulcie cherished her current life too much to risk it.
As Kysons assistant, she enjoyed being able to walk openly by his side, unburdened by whispers about their rtionship.
At the end of the workday, she waited by the office door, now familiar with riding in the front seat of his car as they headed home together.
As Kyson appeared, Dulcie greeted him with a yful expression.
Congrattions on finishing your work, Mr.
Shaw.
Her cheerful demeanor instantly brightened his fatigue.
For once, a smile graced Kysons Lips.