Chapter 12

Dad talked to me about getting that deal done when I come back. I’ll be off to Hermosa Beach in two hours and he’s been telling me to seal the deal for our company’s future. Alright, too much for being so submissive with Mr. Pines’ and Kino’s suggestions.

“Do you have all the things needed?” Aunt Miranda asked me as she eyed my baggage.

I nodded and slung my bag on my shoulders. “I have everything, Aunt. I’ll be back in a week.” I smiled.

She nodded and planted a kiss on my cheek. She always seemed so bothered whenever I get out of this house. Even going to work bothers her so much. Sometimes I think she even wants me to take her to everywhere I will go just to calm her heart.

“You take care.” She told me and pulled me in a tight hug.

I chuckled and hugged her back. “It’s just a week, Aunt Miranda.” I teased.

She looked at me and with tearful eyes. She