Chapter 37

"So, you two work in the same hospital?" asked Mariam.

"More like I work for him," Crystal said. "He owns the place."

"You must be some kind of millionaire then," Ruby said.

"Billionaire," Hannah remarked in agreement.

"Can I get gifts?" The word "billionaire" seemed to have piqued Amber's interest.

"Yes, please tell me what you need." I said.

"That's not fair; I want some presents, too!" Ruby was insistent.

“No big deal. Just give me a moment, and my date will stop staring at me, and I'll go buy you both something to eat. Right?" I asked my companion sideways. “Crystal?"

She responded, "Don't baby them," and returned to her meal.

"Well, you heard her, ladies," I said with a smile.

"Stingy!" A frown formed on Amber's face.

"Big sis is an ultra meanie,&qu