Twisted Love's

Episode 29's

After the last press interview, I saw Nolan's car when I left the institute.

"A long day?" He asked when he opened the car door for me.

"Sorry it's too late to come out."

"Don't worry about that. I know you're busy with big announcements and everything."

Is it possible that that means...

"Have you heard of the Kaleido leopard?"

"Yes. It was just on the news." Nolan turned on the car radio as the voice of the news anchor was starting a new segment.

They said on the radio how they can't wait to see baby leopards during the summer holidays.

I guess those reporters didn't waste a long time announcing it right away ...

"Summer vacation, huh? I'm looking forward to that too." I said happy.

"It's coming sooner than you know." Nolan said as he started the engine.

"I can hardly believe it's been so far into summer." I said.

"I just hope your leopard keeps making news for a long time. It takes time to cool the news about me." A relieved smile on his face, Nolan began to run the car driving it into the main highway.

Oh yea... Nolan is currently fully dealing with the press because of his father who is in trouble ...

"So, what do you want to eat to celebrate this?"

"Hmm.. how about..." I thought about it a little before giving an answer.

The weather has been quite hot lately so I don't want to make my stomach hurt from eating wrong.

"Something light!"

"How about white wine and antipasto at Carlo's restaurant then?"

"That sounds perfect!"

After all, that's where we once had a coin toss bet that set us on our first date ...

It seems like a long time ago ...

In the car, we called to make a reservation but it seemed Carlo was out of town.

We were told that he had heard the news and had the staff prepare us a special treat, just in case we decided to come.

As we sat at our table, the waiter gave us a bottle of fancy champagne as a surprise.

"That must be Carlo's gift to you."

"How could you not love this man ..." Nolan raised his glass with a satisfied smile.

"Wait on! You can't drink that! Aren't you going to drive later?!"

"I sent a message to my secretary. None of us will be drivers when we get home tonight."

"Or we could all stay here tonight. Did you forget that this place is a hotel?"

"Oh..."

Does that mean he wants to...

"Heh. We'll just have fun first and wait until we finish eating and then decide again."

"OK..."

I have to work tomorrow so I have to go home, but if we can stay ...

"Allah ... To the new Kaleido leopard, and all your hard work .." We raised the glass together.

"Return!" Our glasses clink then tilt to our lips, pouring a sparkling champagne tickling down our throats.

After a few sips, I finally stopped worrying about work and how we were going to get home tonight.

While enjoying the flavored champagne and savory food on our plates, we had a pleasant conversation.

"Life will be very busy for you, Julia."

"I knew. My co-worker said I should prepare the data for tomorrow's announcement."

“The guy you told me about? He sounds very demanding... "

"Heh, hardly as demanding as you. I told her I had a date tonight, so she let me, and waited until tomorrow."

"really? You should thank him for me."

"But still, I hope I'm ready in time ..."

Thinking about all the work I haven't done tomorrow is terrifying.

"Yes. Besides, my kind of busyness is not even comparable to yours."

"By the way, I'm thinking of changing the way I work." Nolan said suddenly.

"You work? Whatchu mean?"

"Until now, I've done my job like my father - taking only important or profitable cases. If I keep doing that, I'll end up like him."

"So now, I've decided to do a job I can trust - the cases I've seen have real value when it comes to doing it."

A job he can trust?

"In other words, a job I like." Behind her gentle gaze, I saw her sincere confidence in her eyes.

"Then let's toast again!" Excruciate.

Of course, I like Nolan to be who he is now, but ...

I'm glad to know that he's embarked on this brilliant new chapter of his life!

While looking into each other's eyes, our glasses again caused a sharp twang..

"It's good that you're passionate about work, but don't forget me, your lover." I said scowling.

"Are you kidding? When have I never put you first? "

"Hm ... Right too."

"Can?" We both laughed.

For me, right now, it feels like our table is the happiest place in the world.

"I was also thinking of changing the location of my office."

"Don't you like the office you're in now?" My toot.

"The area is too flashy and intimidating. If I stay there, I'll keep attracting the wrong people."

"If I want a better client, I should move to an office that's easier to approach. I'll build a place where people will feel comfortable even if they just walk in.

I'm sure I've thought about it a lot ...

Seeing her like this makes me very proud and happy for her.

"So, I think you'll be busier than me, Nolan."

"Why?"

"There are many people in this world who need your help."

"You think like that?" He asked with a doubtful expression on his face.

"Definitely! Didn't you reject many offers in the past? If you change your policy, won't some of them be happy to have it?"

"Well .. I'm sure there's at least a few." Nolan nodded.

"When you open the door, everyone will come to you for help.When they do, show them everything you have!"

"Even if it means less time together with me, it would be nice to know you're out there helping people!"

Although I would be lying if I said I wouldn't be lonely ...

"Julia, thank you..."

"Heh... What was that?

"What's? Thank you?"

"Yes, that! I think this is your first time saying thank you!"

"You are full of it. I guarantee I've said it before." Nolan tried to deny it firmly.

I thought back, but I can't remember the example where he did it.

"In other words, Julia, you're the one who's been thanking me all along."

He may be right about that ...

"It's not just me! There are a lot of people out there who owe you a favor!"

"When you say it like that, it's kind of embarrassing. Still, if I want more people to say thank you, I have to keep working harder and making a good impact."

"I'll always be behind you." I said.

"But enough dreaming for now. We have more important problems, let's finish the food on our plates first."

"Yes..."

"How about a toast ... for our future." we toast for the third time that night.