Chapter 8

JOJO: My first stop the next day was the restaurant. Today was supposed to be payday, it gladdened my heart. I was going to keep my mind on that positive thought and nothing else. Nothing, and I mean, absolutely nothing, could ruin my day for me. I met Viktor at the counter with my sincerest smile after I had changed into my uniform. He immediately assigned me to some table. The restaurant was particularly busy this morning. All the tables were filled up and I know what that meant; more tips and a generally good mood. Dear goddess, what did I do to be so lucky? I also noted that Viktor was here on time. Today was going to be a wonderful day, all the signs were clear. My gaze swept around the room. The restaurant's owner was seated at the far end of the room, alone, her head buried in a book as usual. For some reason, I had always been drawn to this woman. I told myself it was because she was always a tad bit too kind. But, I couldn't help but feel it was more than that. On my way to my