C153 What About Your Team Manager

After lunch, the three of us remained seated at our usual table for a little while longer. The conversation eventually shifted back to the topic that had been occupying my mind since yesterday.

Chris narrowed his eyes and looked at me suspiciously. “Brother, be honest. Has Laura really caught your attention that much?” I paused.

For a moment, I didn’t know how to answer. Alicia leaned forward with interest. “Yes, Nerd. Yesterday you couldn’t stop talking about her. Today you nearly ran out of your house without eating breakfast because she sent you a message. That sounds serious.”

My ears immediately became hot. “It wasn’t like that.” “It was exactly like that,” Chris replied. Alicia burst into laughter. I looked away and muttered, “Maybe a little.”

“A little?” Chris asked. “You looked happier receiving her text than you looked receiving your first salary.” Alicia laughed so hard.

“Brother, that’s dangerous.” I looked at them helplessly. “You two aren’t helping.” Chris finally stopped laughing and his expression became more serious.

“Michael, what will happens if she rejects you?” The question hit me immediately. My smile faded. I had been so happy about Laura’s message that I hadn’t even considered that possibility.

“What if she only sees you as a friend?” Chris continued. “What if you’re misunderstanding her kindness?” I opened my mouth but no words came out.

Alicia asked another question. “And what about Team Manager Josh?” I looked at her. “What about him?” “Laura is his daughter.” She spoke softly. “What if he doesn’t like the idea? What if the way he treats you changes after finding out?”