Chapter 127. Professional at Work

All three of her friends gasped. They knew Jessica had been crushing on their boss all along, but didn’t think she would have the courage to reveal it directly.

“And… how did Mr. Waston react?” asked Lisa cautiously.

Jessica smiled bitterly. “He turned me down. Very politely and professionally, of course. But still… it hurt.”

Sarah put her arm around Jessica’s shoulders, trying to comfort her. “Oh, Jess… I’m so sorry. But you know, relationships like that are risky in a work environment.”

Jessica nodded weakly. “I know. But I can’t hold back my feelings anymore. And now… I feel so embarrassed and awkward.”

John patted Jessica’s back gently. “Hey, at least you have the courage to express it. Not everyone has the courage like you.”

“Right,” Lisa chimed in. “And Mr. Waston is still being professional, right? That means he appreciates you as a competent employee.”

Jessica smiled a little, feeling a little comforted by her friends’ support. “Than