Chapter 56

Alana’s point of view. None of the interviews I conducted today went well, and I couldn't help but feel frustrated. It seemed that the prospective personal assistants I had met were more interested in gathering gossip about Alec and me rather than answering the questions I had for them. The ordeal was a complete failure, and it only meant that I had more work to do in finding someone I could genuinely trust in such a vital position. After work, Alec informed me that he would be home later than usual and suggested that I order dinner. However, I had a different plan in mind for the evening. I wanted to surprise him. I swiftly took a relaxing shower to unwind and then changed into one of those sexy tiny dresses that had a way of driving Alec wild. Wearing one of his aprons, I headed to the kitchen to prepare a special treat for us—homemade pizza. It was a dish I had mastered during my university days, and over time, I had learned Alec's preferred toppings. I sprinkled them onto the pi