He clearly didn’t expect my questions. He looked surprised at first, but then the waitress finally came to our table and he had enough time to compose himself. I was silent the whole time unless it was my turn to order. I was hungry and followed the recommendations she gave me, Ryan scrutinizing me while I spoke. I felt his burning gaze on me. “Thank you,” I said to the waitress once we finished our orders, just before she turned and left. Then I looked at him with a straight face, I was still waiting for him to answer my questions. I lifted an eyebrow as in silence waited. I would not speak until he did, I would not even give him an answer yet on if I was accepting the job or not. He sighed before speaking, knowing perfectly I wasn't going to say anything until he did. And I was glad I

