Chapter 48

NATHANIEL. Valentine's Day was three days away. Would it be farfetched to buy his wife a present? The idea of giving Aurora a gift tugged at his thoughts like an insistent melody. But, since he was restricted by the formalities of their professional relationship, he grappled with the dilemma of what was appropriate. He knew that, as her boss, presenting Aurora with a gift might be misconstrued. Such an act could blur the lines of professionalism and send the wrong message. But he could not let this opportunity to make her smile pass him by and so he devised a plan to get her to accept his gift without thinking too much into it. He called her into his office, clearing his throat as he stared up at her expectant expression. “Uh… I’m in a bit of a quandary, Aurora, and I need your help.” She nodded, folding her hands behind her back as she waited for him to continue. “I want to get her a Valentine's gift. Something grand, something bold enough to make a statement. If you know what I