Chapter 700

My hand shook, and a shiver ran down my spine. Was Jewel a ghost? How did she sneak up on me without me even noticing? I had no clue how long she'd been around or if she caught the message I was about to send. But I didn't feel bad about it. It wasn't a big deal if she saw it. After all, I was the boss there, and taking photos was completely normal. I twirled my phone, looked at her polished fake smile, and asked, "Have you ever seen a boss put on a big show while checking out their own place?" Jewel took a seat across from me and pointed toward the bar. "I've made a few tweaks to give our guests something new to enjoy." I nodded with approval. "Not bad. It's pretty refreshing." "I'm glad you're happy with it, Ms. Crown." Jewel waved for someone to bring drinks. "You're the one I picked. Why wouldn't I be happy?" I replied, looking around. "It shows I've got a knack for choosing the right person. You really have what it takes." I glanced over at her outfit. While the other staf