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Chapter 31 - Dee

Author: Dee Gleem
last update Last Updated: 2021-07-29 02:25:52

With my lips curled in a smile, I glance through the various reports on my desk.  The office is still rather quiet, since there is about an hour before the office hours begin.  However, I can’t sleep for some reason, so I have thought I would get a jump on the work for today. 

Oh, who am I kidding?  I know exactly why I couldn’t sleep.  A certain pair of eyes and a tender kiss keep lingering in my thoughts. 

A small giggle escapes my mouth as I lightly tap the pen against my chin.  However, my mind is wishing of something instead of the pen touching my chin. 

I shift in my seat as I clear my throat.  What am I doing?  I need to stay professional.  I have work to do. 

I shift a bit more and settle into a comfortable spot, as my focus turns back to the reports on the monitor and on the desk in front of me.  

Now instead of a giggle, a sigh slips from my mouth when my attenti

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