“I’m done,” his wife said, shaking her head. “I should’ve known. You’ve been living off my family’s money, pretending to be something you’re not. But this? This is the last straw. We’re finished.”
As if on cue, I pointed to his wrist. “Funny how you’re wearing the watch you accused me of stealing.”
The next morning, the manager called me back in. He apologized—finally—and offered me my job back. I took it, but I knew I wasn’t staying. I had bigger plans.
A few days later, my phone rang.
“Mia?” It was Daniel’s wife. Her voice was calm but firm. “I wanted to thank you for what you did. You didn’t have to, but you did.”
“I just wanted the truth out there,” I said.
“Well, I think you’ve earned more than thanks,” she continued. “I could use someone like you—smart, loyal, and tough. How would you feel about being my personal assistant? I think we could make a great team.”
I paused, shocked. “Me? Your assistant?”
“Yes,” she said. “I trust you. What do you think?”
“I’m in.”
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