(Olivia)
I sat across from Aisha in the small, quiet break room. My phone buzzed on the table next to me, a constant reminder of the world outside. But for a few minutes, I pushed it aside.
I needed this. A moment to breathe. A moment to just be. The work was never-ending, and lately, it felt like I couldn’t keep up, even with all the support Derek had been offering.
"Olivia," Aisha said, breaking my thoughts. She was looking at me, eyes wide with curiosity.
“Can I ask you something?” I nodded, taking a slow sip of my coffee, trying to focus on her question.
“Why do you still work? I mean, I know you’re… well, you’re an heiress, right? You have more than enough money. And Derek’s got his own business and an heir as well. So why do you keep pushing yourself? You don’t need to.” I star
