"Okay," I say, my voice tinged with sarcasm. "Thanks for dedicating the whole day to me, but I have things to do. I have a schedule. Just because you took a day off doesn’t mean I’m available for you when you feel like it."
"I know," he replies, unfazed. "And that’s okay. Whatever it is you’re doing today, I’ll be your assistant. Just let me tag along. I just want to spend time with you, that's all I want."
"You’re really determined, aren’t you?"
"Yes," he says, his smile unwavering. "I’m very determined and focused when I want something. So, as your assistant for the day, tell me—where do you want this breakfast?"
I exhale, giving in. "All right, let’s have it downstairs."
"As you command, my queen," he says with a mock bow, stepping aside to let me lead the way.
I start walking dow
