Never Late, Never Away

Never Late, Never Away Chapter 2638

Drawing Boundaries

“You’re still here?” Caiden seemed worried.

“Yes, I still have some work to do,” Joan answered earnestly.

“You shouldn’t work overtime. Just go home. I’m not planning on making money on this studio anyway.” Caiden tried to convince her to leave.

This caught Joan’s attention.

“Caiden, I swear I’m going to help you turn a profit on this studio!” she declared determinedly.

Caiden couldn’t help but smile at her bold declaration, though there was still a hint of frustration in his eyes.

Ah well, she can go on thinking that way if that makes her happy.

“Ok. While I appreciate your enthusiasm, it really is late. Come on; I’ll give you a lift home!” He tugged Joan’s elbow, planning to drag her out of the office with him.

“Hey, wait. Don’t touch me.” Joan shrugged off his hand.

Caiden felt awkward at her actions. Clearing his throat, he headed straight for his car.

go home

it’s not safe for you to go home alone. Come on. I’ll give you a

Lucius wait

at his argument. She caved and got into

I’m not a cannibal, you know,”

a distance,”

ride shotgun for fear

you’re my employee. Exactly what sort of distance

managing the photography studio. I want to turn a profit for you, and I want to get better benefits for the staff. There’s nothing

“Pfft!”

the car came to a halt. Caiden turned around and stared

can you just be honest with me? If it wasn’t for this team, would you agree

Well, duh.

“No!” she answered.

his teeth at her confident reply. He

you really hate me

should focus on our own work instead

his fist on the steering wheel, shocking Joan. Her gaze filled

You’re home,” Caiden announced

did not get off to greet

car speed away, Joan lowered her head. I