Chpater 23

I laugh again, this time throwing my head back.

" For God's sake. I don't want another man any time soon. I've realized that I have a rotten finger for men.

" Girlfriend, we all do. " the girl raises her glass in a toast. " That's why I'm not attached to anymore.

I notice a twinge of resentment in her voice. But just as Laura isn't interrogating me about my love problem, I'm not going to interrogate her either. Perhaps the day for confidence between us will come.

We order sweet cocktails, without too much alcohol. After all, it's still Tuesday and we have to work the next day.

" How long have you been working at Next level? " I start because I'm truly interested in knowing.

Laura twists her lips, and seems to think.

" I think it's been two years. I used to work for another company, but I had to leave. Long story. " she takes a sip of her drink and puts the glass down on the table, looking a little pensive. " Maybe one day I'll share this sinister part of my past with you. " and lau