Vance’s POV
She blinked, clearly taken aback. "Wait—seriously? You want me to work for you?"
I turned to face her fully now, unable to suppress the excitement building inside of me. "Of course. You’re the only person I trust with something like this. You’re not just smart, Mona. You’re resourceful. You have what it takes to manage my life without me even asking." I took a step toward her, locking eyes with her as I spoke. “And more than that... I think you’re the right person for this. I’m offering you a job. If you’re interested.”
She looked at me for a long moment, uncertainty flickering across her face, and then she nodded slowly. “I think I’d like that,” she said, a quiet warmth filling her voice.
I smiled, but I wasn’t done yet. My mind was already turning.
“Hold on,” I said, gra
