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?”

shook her head firmly. “It has nothing to do with that. But if you’re willing to chat, I’d be happy to.

how to broach the subject. She realized she had been too impulsive, rushing to Sherman and asking why he had helped her. It might make her seem presumptuous; perhaps Sherman had

doesn’t seem like your usual self,” said

fixed on him. “Then tell me, what do you think my

par with me in terms of wealth rarely speak so candidly

speak the truth, so

what are you hesitating

“Mister Sherman, perhaps asking you this question may seem presumptuous,

Sherman was taken aback, not expecting Rita to be as straightforward as

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

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 unpleasant encounter last time,” Rita muttered,