Chapter 67: Slide

Layla's POV

It was my last day at work today and my colleagues threw me a farewell party. It was heartbreaking saying goodbye to everyone, as they wished me the best of luck on my future endeavors.

Mrs Rogers, my boss made a toast about me, claiming that I was one of the best editors she's ever had, and it was hard letting me go again. Some of my colleague also made some heartfelt speeches and I tried my level best not to cry. I thanked them all for showing me kindness over the years and making the workplace tolerable.

After the party, Mrs Rogers insisted I leave early so that I could finish up preparing for the move. When I stepped outside into the parking lot, Damon was outside, leaning on his car with his hands on his pockets.

“Are you here to make sure that I'm actually leaving this place?”, I laughed, walking up to him and placed a kiss on his lips

“No, I'm here to pick you up”, he opened the car door for me. “I'm taking you back home”

“I'm not finished clearing the apartment”, I