"How did you know this place? Are you not new here in the city?" I looked around the expensive restaurant and asked. Dean smiled. "I inquired about where to bring a beautiful lady on a date," he replied. I stiffened and my eyes opened wide slightly. When Dean glanced at my face, he laughed heartily. He said, "Look at your face. I'm joking. I brought you here to celebrate your first partnership." I came back to myself after Dean described it. I silently let out a sigh of relief and responded, "Thanks, Jay. You're always so nice to me. whether home or away. I'm so grateful." "Not gratis. after we have dinner, you will also owe me dinner," Dean replied. I laughed. I rubbed my head prior to cursing, "Sure, I'll take you to dinner next time." The dining place was poorly lit with some mus

