"No prob, no need to apologize... other than Matt, you're the closest and most capable right-hand man Emmett has."
"It's an honor! Without Mr. Melendez's support, I wouldn't be where I am today! And same goes for Matt, if it wasn't for Mr. Melendez saving him back then, he would be six feet under now."
Clara was caught off guard, "Emmett helped Matt pay off his debts too?"
"No, rumor has it that Matt was caught by the mob because he betrayed his own team, and was about to kick the bucket when Mr. Melendez stepped in and saved him." Ricardo said, his eyes full of admiration, "Mr. Melendez is so awesome, if I was a woman, I'd totally marry him!"
After Ricardo finished speaking, he chuckled a little, "Of course, I won't have a chance to be your rival in this life!"
Clara sighed, "Being with Emmett is not easy, always living on the edge..."
"What did you say? I didn't catch that."
"Ah, nothing!" Clara waved her hand, "Since you won't let me treat you to a meal, I'll speak to Mr. Melendez about you taking my vacation time for me! You can't refuse or I'll feel guilty."
"Alright then! I'll follow Mr. Melendez's arrangements."
Clara chatted with him about some company matters before heading back to her office.
Just as she sat down, her phone started ringing.

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