"I was about to invite you to dinner tonight. Don't tell me you forgot the dinner you promised?" I said to Gav as I joined her at the company cafeteria. I found her sitting alone, taking a break.Her forehead furrowed as if she was trying to recall our last conversation in my office. The truth is, she never promised me the dinner would be tonight, but I was taking a chance, hoping she'd agree this time. If I had to be persistent to be with her, then so be it."Don't work overtime today. Be out by 5 PM; I'll talk to your department head," I stated, not giving her a chance to refuse."I'm sorry, I can't," she replied."Why?""As I've mentioned, we have overtime. The team is working on a big new plan strategy, and everyone's participation is needed. I can't leave early knowing they need me. Besides, my co-workers might get the wrong impression if you order our department head to let me leave early while others have to stay. I don't want to be accused of being a favored employee, and I'm
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