Chapter 21

I stood in front of the mistress’ door and knocked twice. “Come in.” I heard her. I entered and closed the door as I looked at her inhale a cigarette. I can’t count how many times she has told us she’s going to quit smoking.

“Sierra, why do you work here?” She asked before I got the chance to greet her. “Um, to make money?” I said and she lifted an eyebrow. “Sit down,” she said as she pressed the cigarette on the ashtray. The scent was honestly bugging me and irritating my sensitive nose.

“Do you feel bothered by the smell?” she asked and walked over to open the window. “So, do you like the job itself?” I didn’t know why she was asking me this and what answers she expected. Am I supposed to say “Yes, I enjoy having men touch me inappropriately day in and day out?” So I gave an honest answer. “No, I don’t.”

Her back was facing me. She was illuminated by the moon. Her blonde hair fell to her back as she leaned on the table. “Good. I kept wondering why you’re the only employee who does