Chapter 88

Shanice smiled and offered me another piece of steak. I quickly waved my hand, gesturing to the meat already on my plate. "I'm fine with what I have." Seeing my refusal, Shanice didn't push further. She looked at me tenderly and asked, "Joshua, once you start your company, can I be your first…" I spat my wine, catching the attention of everyone nearby. My face flushed as I hurriedly grabbed a napkin to clean the mess on the floor, apologizing to those who got splashed. Shanice found my reaction amusing. She looked at me with a playful glint in her eyes and said, "You're really adorable! I meant the opportunity for our first collaboration. What were you thinking?" I was momentarily speechless. Shanice could be such a tease; the way she phrased it, who wouldn't have misunderstood? I wiped my hands, then looked at Shanice seriously. "Since this is business, let's wait until my company is officially established to discuss any collaboration. Right now, I have nothing to offer." Seein