Augustus Evans had just asked me to be his girlfriend.
I stared at him.
After our argument about labels and his careful distinction between CEO and boyfriend, I hadn't expected him to ask so soon.
But there he stood, looking unusually nervous.
Naturally, I decided to take advantage of this rare opportunity.
"Hmm. I don't know."
Augustus blinked. "You don't know?"
"It's a significant commitment. I should probably review the terms."
"Juliette."
"Does the position include benefits?"
"Benefits?"
"Dinner dates? Flowers? Unlimited access to your dessert?"
"Those are negotiable."
"And paid annual leave?"
"You're enjoying this."
"Immensely."
His jaw tightened, though amusement flickered in his eyes.
"I'm serious," he said quietly.
"So am I. What about advancement opportunities?"
"Juliette Harper."
"Professional development? Performance reviews?"
"You're impossible."
"And yet you're still asking."
