CHRISTOPHER'S POV
“Did you send her the package?“ I asked a trembling Jeff.
“Yes, Mr. Gates.“
“So? Did something go wrong? Did she return it?“
“No, Mr. Gates.“
“Would you mind telling me why you're shivering then?“
“Nothing, sir. I just feel really cold this morning.“
“Do you want to take the day off?“
“I… I…” he stuttered, clearly surprised that I was making such an offer. I was not this generous on a good day, but I had reason to be nice to him today.
“Speak up before I change my mind, boy.“ I growled.
“That would be lovely, Mr. Gates.“
“Good. You can have the day off.“
“Thank you, Mr. Gates.“ He bowed deeply, like I was his Lord and Savior. The feeling of being bowed to was nice, and that prompted my next decision.
“It's okay. You've been a good secretary. In fact, you can
