Twenty four

Hazel.

"I won't accept this," I said firmly, crossing my arms to show how serious I am. I turned my head away, avoiding his captivating gaze. Andrey can be overly generous at times, always eager to lend a hand. What he sees as a grand gesture, others might consider overwhelming. Glancing around the expansive space, I shook my head. I couldn't fathom accepting such an extravagant gift. "I'm not expecting anything in return, please allow me to assist you..."

"That is all you ever say, Andrey... let me help you! But it's not as simple as you think. You expect me to embrace a whole building dedicated to me for starting a fashion house? It's... it's too much, Andrey..." I paced back and forth, feeling the weight of it all.

Initially, I hoped for a new job opportunity, something better than what Amanda gave me, but Andrey had a completely different idea.

How could he possibly consider gifting me an entire two-story building without me panicking? It's overwhelming; he's going too far. I r