Too Much to Bear, My Love novel Chapter 152

Chapter 152 Special Treatment

“Ah, you’re our boss’ friends. Please come on in!” Those in the security firm were welcoming as they led Amelia and Tiffany into the firm and brought them chairs. “Zach, fetch the ladies some tea. Make sure it’s not too hot.”

Zach quickly headed to the pantry. In no time, he was back with two cups of tea.

Within a minute, the coffee table was full of snacks and drinks. Amelia and Tiffany were overwhelmed by their hospitality.

The latter stuttered, “T-The p-people here are very welcoming.”

One of the employees said, “Well, this is a special treatment for beautiful ladies.” In other words, they wouldn’t treat them with such hospitality if they weren’t beautiful.

Tiffany let out a dry laugh.

Amelia was confused when the guys had their eyes fixated on her curiously. One of them spoke up, “Hi, you must be Gary’s wife. You’re so beautiful; no wonder Gary never let us meet you. He always tells us that he is not married, but everyone could tell that it’s a lie. Otherwise, he wouldn’t leave the office on time every day. We even teased him, saying that he is secretly married. Now we know why he hides you from us; you’re gorgeous even when you’re pregnant.”

Amelia felt a little awkward by their overwhelming hospitality. Unlike any other dreary office setting, a loving and harmonious atmosphere surrounded Gary’s security firm. The employees felt like a big family.

With a polite smile, Amelia responded, “Actually, I only met your boss yesterday. We are here looking to hiring bodyguards.”

Tiffany shielded Amelia while she jokingly said, “Gentlemen, Amelia is seven months pregnant now. I’ll call the cops if you guys scare this pregnant lady with your overwhelming hospitality.”

The guys were visibly disappointed. “So, you’re not Gary’s wife?”

Amelia shook her head.

Seeing that, the guys howled in disappointment. “Aw, we thought Gary has finally acquired a good taste in women that he found herself a beautiful wife. It turns out you’re someone else’s wife.”

Knowing that Amelia was not Gary’s wife, they shifted their gaze to Tiffany. “Do you know Gary? Are you his girlfriend? You look pretty. We will be more than happy if you are to marry our boss.”

This time, it was Tiffany feeling awkward. “Gary and I are just friends. I’m afraid I will have to disappoint you.”

“You’re married?”

“Do you already have a boyfriend?”

“Do you mind if I ask how old are you?”

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When Gary showed up, he saw his male employees surrounding the ladies, bombarding them with questions.

Although he was an airy person with a casual attitude, he couldn’t help feeling embarrassed by his employers’ silly behavior.

He roared, “Hey, shouldn’t you guys be working? All of you are a member of the security firm, not bandits.”

The employees instantly made way for Gary. Then, they bowed ninety degrees at him comically and greeted, “Good day, Mr. Laird!”

Gary was seething as he scolded, “You cheeky rascals! Stop fooling around in the office. No one will hire bodyguards from our company if they see you guys behaving like this.”

One of the employees reminded, “Gary, may I remind you that the ladies are still here. You wouldn’t want to scare them off with your loud voice.”

That was when Gary remembered that Amelia and Tiffany were in the office.

His face flushed in embarrassment upon realizing that his glorious image was ruined in front of the ladies. At that moment, he couldn’t help but feel self-conscious.

It was the first time the employers saw their boss behaving like a demure young lady. They teased, “Gary, are you feeling shy? What a shocker! Come everyone, have a look at the shy Gary.”

Gary shot them a fierce stare and dismissed them. “That’s it. Now, return to your work. Those who are hungry can order some food. After the lunch break, please gather around in the meeting room. Ms. Amelia and Ms. Tiffany are looking to hire one or two bodyguards. For those who are chosen, do your best to protect them, or all of you will not get your year-end bonuses. Don’t embarrass me or ruin the reputation of our firm!”

With a teasing smile, the guys made an equivocal remark, “We won’t embarrass you in front of the ladies, Mr. Laird.” To them, Gary was self-conscious in front of the ladies because he had a crush on Tiffany.

Once again, Gary’s face flushed. He was enraged at their teasing. “Get back to work. You have ruined the firm’s image. If you guys continue horsing around, I will reduce your perfect-attendance rewards.”

Yet, the employees were not deterred. “Gary, you’re blushing! Since Ms. Amelia is married, it looks like Ms. Tiffany is the one who is going to be our boss’ potential wife. Gary, go for it! We will laugh at you if you can’t make Ms. Tiffany your girlfriend.” With that, they reflexively dodged a kick sent by their boss.

Gary gave them the final warning. “That’s it! Stop messing around! Or else, not only will I cancel your perfect attendance rewards, but your year-end bonuses as well.”

The employees called out, “Gary is angry, and he is trying to hide his shyness!” The next moment, they unanimously fled the scene before their boss gave them a good beating.

Gary rubbed the back of his head awkwardly. He managed to placate a calm facade as he turned to face the ladies. “The boys didn’t scare you, did they?”

Both Amelia and Tiffany shook their heads.

With a gentle smile, Amelia said, “The working culture in your firm is great. There’s a positive and happy vibe in the office. I can tell that you’re a great boss.”

Gary felt nervous when Amelia was talking to him. She looked even more beautiful in the bright office compared to when he saw her yesterday night.