Proof of Love

Charlotte

Despite his affirmation, he didn't seem to understand anything.

"And how are you both doing?" he changed the subject himself, as the atmosphere at the table seemed to have become tense.

"We're fine," I said, as Nicole looked at him, appearing upset now. "Did you only look for us to find out why we were fired?" I insisted on the matter, curious about the topic.

"Not just for that reason," he confirmed what I had already suspected. "I would like for you to accept your jobs back. Eloá has been feeling your absence greatly."

I noticed Nicole sigh, and I quickly figured out what was going on with her. I knew she was avoiding touching on the subject, but the truth was that she had been very sad, even before we found out about the situation at the house.

So, I assumed she was holding back from talking about something that hurt her.

"I don't think it's a good idea, Mr. Mackenzie," I decided to speak directly. "If your wife fired us, it's because she doesn't want our services. As muc