Chapter 122

Stephanie finally released Steve and stepped back with a big smile. “That’s how you negotiate a deal! When do I start? I’ll give notice Monday. I’m really looking forward to working under you.”

“Don’t get carried away,” warned Gwen as she came over and hugged Stephanie. “You’ll be working for the company, and not under Steve. I have that position covered, thank you very much.”

“Now that we’ve brought on a capable replacement for Ashley, let’s go see how little Billy’s doing,” suggested Steve as he headed back to the table. “That little boy of yours gets bigger and stronger every time I see him, Diane. He’s going to be a heart breaker.”

“Yes he will, just like his hero,” agreed Diane. “He asks about you all of the time. I warned Lisa that you’re going to want to watch her breastfeed her baby. It didn’t seem to bother her at all.”

“That’s because we all saw how much you liked showing off in front of Steve when you were nursing,” teased Stephanie. “I remember ho