Chapter43: Shine Brighter

As Conor finished up his shift on Tuesday at Jackson’s furniture, he stopped in to see Mr. Matthews. “Sir, do you have a minute?” “Of course, Conor. Come on in. Are you in a tight spot again? Need another advance?” Conor chucked, “No, but I want to thank you for doing that for me. Actually, several of my long-term plans are starting to pan out. So, if it is alright with you, I will likely stay with just part-time work in the mornings. Hopefully soon, I may be moving on.” “Moving on? Hmm, you are not going to another furniture store, are you? Mathison's isn’t poaching you, are they?” “No, no. Nothing like that. I am going to be busy with a new non-profit in the area, Celia’s Blessing, which is just getting started. It will be a full community center soon.” “Non-profit eh? Well, I don’t know much about working for no profit, but I can’t fault a man for doing the gods' work. Celia does bless those who help the less fortunate,” he paused to consider, “Well, Conor you have been a good staff