The Day I Kissed An Older Man

“So even the great Mister Sherman has moments when he doesn’t feel like working,” teased Rita, to which Sherman responded with a smile.

“I’m human, not a machine. It’s only natural that I have those moments.”

“And how do you usually deal with such negative emotions?” Rita asked, expecting a typical response. However, Sherman’s answer took her by surprise.

“I just skip work altogether. As the boss, I still have that privilege.”

Rita could not help but laugh. “Mister Sherman, you really have a sense of humor.”

After taking a sip of his coffee, Sherman asked, “So, Miss Rita, why did you ask me out today? Is it still about that piece of land?”

has nothing to do with that. But if you’re

impulsive, rushing to Sherman and asking why he had helped her. It might make her seem presumptuous;

seem like your usual self,”

head, her shimmering eyes fixed on him. “Then tell me,

straightforward. You’re not the type to hesitate to say what’s on your mind,” Sherman replied. “Honestly, with my stature, even those who are on par with me in terms of wealth rarely

nodded thoughtfully. “I only speak the truth, so you can

what are you

seem presumptuous, but please don’t take

not expecting Rita to be as straightforward as ever, asking whatever was

his gaze, picked up his coffee, and took a sip to conceal his

to hide it anymore. Although it’s not right of me, accidentally overheard the conversation you had with my boss over the phone while I was net looking for him. I know it was you who helped me behind the scenes, but I don’t understand why you did it, especially considering our