I still love you

"When can you start?" I asked, trying to wrap up the interview.

She gulped. "Are you hiring me?"

I leaned back in my chair and stole a glance at Lane who sat in the corner.

"I am. Is that a problem?"

I couldn't be sure. She seemed nervous by my tattoos and even more nervous when she saw Lane. It wouldn't surprise me if the girl ran for the hills. She looked terrified, but finally squared her shoulders and took a deep breath.

"It's not a problem at all. This is what I want. I left Phoenix to start over and I believe this is the best place to do it."

"Awesome. I couldn't agree more. Can you start on Monday? My girlfri- I mean, my fiancé will be back by then. She'd love to meet you and help you get settled." God, it felt weird saying fiancé, but I loved it.

"Monday sounds great. It'll give me time to get settled in my new apartment." She stood up and I followed suit, reaching over my desk to shake her hand again. "Thank you for this opportunity, Mr. Hudson."

"Please, call me Drake."

She