Dilemma and Surprises

“You can take your time. There’s honestly no rush but it would be nice if you can just decide and come join me already,” Ace said before laughing a little.

“It’s…a little complicated for me,” I confessed softly.

“I think I know what you’re thinking, Rina…” he said.

I was surprised to see the sudden solemn look that crossed his face. It made me feel like he might actually understand what was going through my mind at that moment and all the worries that I was facing.

“I’d still like to support you in the meantime while I’m still making my decision. So, if there’s anything that I can do, just let me know,” I said before trying my best to smile.

“Thank you, Rina. Don’t worry about my business, just focus on your work,” Ace replied.

We didn’t discuss anything beyond that regarding my potential career move. Ace probably knew what I was worried about and had decided against pushing me. I was thankful that he was leaving this important decision up to me. Sometimes I hoped that I was brav