Chapter 193
Mamie offered a polite smile. “Paying taxes is just part of doing business, Domingo. You flatter us p>
Domingo grinned, his tone warm. “If only everyone had your boss’s sense of duty. Come on, let’s chat as we walk p>
He glanced at Mamie, a mischievous glint in his eyes. “We ran into each other here last time. You looked young then, but up close today, you look even younger p>
He leaned in just a little. “You’re not married yet, are you, Mamie p>
Mamie blinked, then smiled again. “No, still single, Domingo p>
Tina, walking just behind them, perked up at the hint of gossip. She could practically smell it in the air. Though honestly, Domingo looked old enough to be their director’s dad.
Domingo gave a little laugh. “Really? I could’ve sworn you were married. Or at least almost there. Didn’t expect you to still be single p>
“You’re young and already so successful p>
Mamie smiled, teasing back. “I don’t think I’m as lucky as you, Domingo. Your kids must be all grown up by now, right p>
Domingo smiled. “My oldest just started college p>
Mamie reached the conference room right then. The elevator doors slid open, and she seized the chance to end the awkward chat.
“We’ll head in first, Domingo p>
Once they were out of sight, Tina sidled up, her eyes wide. “Mamie, was it just me or was that chief being a little… too friendly p>
Mamie glanced around, making sure no one was listening. “Don’t start. Be careful what you say, okay? Don’t read too much into it. Domingo was probably just making conversation p>
But Mamie couldn’t help wondering. The last time she visited, she’d arrived in Scott’s car. Had someone seen them together?
Garth was practically bouncing as he invited Dorothea, Latham, and even Pauline to his school talent show.
He looked so sure of himself. “Aunt
Dorothea, I’m going to win
something this time. Will you come cheer for me p>
“Of course,” Dorothea said, smiling. “What are you performing, Garth?” She remembered he loved to draw.
Garth blushed a little. “I’m playing the violin, Aunt Dorothea p>
Dorothea raised her brows, surprised. “That’s wonderful. We’ll be there to support you for sure p>
Garth shuffled over to his grandfather, looking hopeful. “Grandpa, will you be my cheerleader at the show p>
Ladd smirked. “Ask Latham to do it. I’m too old for all that cheering p>
Garth’s shoulders slumped. “Uncle p>
way was net
“No chance,” Latham said, already picturing the embarrassing sign Garth had made. No he holding that up.
Dorothea shot Latham a glare, then reached out to hug Garth. “I’ll hold your sign, okay p>
“Really p>
“Really p>
Garth grinned and swung her hand, getting all shy. “Then can I ask for
one more thing? Will you promise me? swhovels
Dorothea laughed. “What’s your request p>
Garth’s eyes sparkled. “Aunt Dorothea, can you invite Mamie for me too? I want her to come p>
Scott, who’d been quiet until now, lifted an eyebrow. “Don’t push it, Garth. People have busy lives p>
Garth pouted. “But what if Mamie is free and wants to come p>
Dorothea stepped in, smoothing things over. “It’s fine. I’ll ask Mamie at work tomorrow p>
Latham watched Scott with a sly smile, eyes narrowed in amusement. He found the whole act pretty entertaining.