(Dominic)
She rushed downstairs and flew into my arms. " You got me so worried!"
She detached and slapped my elbow. " Since you intended to stay out late, you should have sent Stephanie back. Where is she?"
My throat clogged on its own. In a thousand lifetimes, I wouldn't imagine Hazel would worry about her.
I took a deep breath, and exhaled. How do I tell her that I had just fired her for suggesting that the matching pajamas should be for her and me?
" She's relieved of her duties."
I tried to explain why, but her face sunk low. " Is it because of me?"
I was still contemplating the best response when she rubbed her forehead. " I thought so."
I scrambled for the perfect explanation. But she switched into a different conversation.
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