Chapter 31: Complicated (3)
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“Lola… I noticed this before but you’re rather good at helping me realize my short comings.” Billy said those words with his usual flair, the way he spoke almost made it seem like he wasn’t even half serious of his words.
“I’m only doing my best to do my job well sir…” Lola admitted as she breathed a sign of relief. ‘I made it and we have maybe seven minutes to spare… at worst we’ll be there exactly on time which although rude is better than not being there at all…’ She thought to herself while waiting for the man to finish. She carefully fixed the man’s tie, making sure it wasn’t crooked.
“You do it splendid. Good work.” Billy said as he walked past the woman and taped her on the shoulder. His words held more genuine affection than the woman had ever h
