The Day I Kissed An Older Man

“Next time, don’t go alone in the middle of the night to follow up on things. Got it?”

Rita rolled her eyes. “You say my reputation is important, but isn’t a man’s reputation important too? Besides, if other reporters hadn’t refused to stay, do you think I would’ve been the only one left there? Sir, I’ve investigated this matter thoroughly and told you what happened. Why are you unwilling to proceed? This could be a great story for New Capital Times!”

Rita could not argue for fairness; she had to appeal to his interest instead.

Sometimes, laying out the benefits was the only way to get things done, much to Rita’s frustration.

“That’s enough. I’ve already told you not to proceed, so you better not act recklessly. Understand?” interrupted Lenny before Rita could argue further.

out how to thank Mister Sherman for his

felt frustrated, she had to return to her seat. She still could not understand why Sherman suddenly extended his help. Being the straightforward type, she decided to ask

saw this message, he thought Rita wanted to discuss the matter of the land with him. He felt

was Rita’s suspicion that

1:20 p.m., in the cafe across from my office building.] Rita was surprised by how quickly Sherman agreed. She excitedly replied, [Great. I’m

them several times, but their

frown. Sherman intended to confront the developers face-to-face as speaking directly with them could