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.

time, you should figure out how to thank

help. Being the straightforward type, she decided to ask him directly this time. However, learning from her lesson, she

to meet in person? There are some things I’d like to confirm with you.] When Sherman saw this message, he thought Rita wanted to discuss the matter of the land with him. He felt annoyed; he had already explained to her that the issue had nothing to do with him. Why was Rita insisting

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 looking forward to our meeting.] Glancing at the message on his screen, Sherman sighed and leaned

their responses have been

to confront the developers face-to-face as speaking directly with them