Unrepairable Love Chapter 328

“Hey, Dr. Percy!” Elizabeth was munching on her lunch when Laura suddenly called out and plopped down across from her.

Elizabeth flashed a smile. “Dr. Dixon, what’s the deal?”

“Got any plans after work? If not, how about I treat you to dinner?” Laura asked, her smile friendly.

Elizabeth’s radar went off. Laura was always nice, but today she was laying it on thick.

“Dr. Dixon, you need something?” Elizabeth figured Laura had an agenda; otherwise, why the sudden dinner invite?

Laura looked a bit awkward. She hesitated. “It’s kinda hard to say.”

Elizabeth waved it off. “No worries. Just spit it out.”

“I’d rather talk over dinner!” Laura said, trying to dodge the question.

Elizabeth sighed but agreed. “Alright, let’s hit up that restaurant across the street tonight.”

Laura beamed, then took off. Elizabeth watched her go, feeling a bit puzzled but didn’t press it.

After work, Elizabeth headed to the restaurant. Laura had left work early and already snagged a table and ordered food. Laura waved her over. She was rocking a black dress, a far cry from her usual white coat. But what really caught Elizabeth’s eye was the little boy with her, about six years old.

Elizabeth sat down, feeling a bit uneasy.

“Dr. Percy, meet my son, Howard Hughes,” Laura introduced with a smile. “Sorry, I had to pick him up from school.”

Elizabeth nodded. The kid was cute but super shy.

The table was loaded with the priciest dishes on the menu. Elizabeth knew Laura’s salary and figured this meal was a big splurge.

“Dr. Dixon, just spill it,” Elizabeth said, sipping her juice. She hated beating around the bush.

Laura looked at her, clearly embarrassed. After a long pause, Laura finally spoke. “Elizabeth, you know the department’s picking a new deputy director, right?”

Elizabeth nodded; everyone knew.

“Everyone says you’re a shoo-in for the job,” Elizabeth said.

Laura shook her head. “They’re just talking.”

“People seem serious. You and Mark started together, and now that he’s gone, it’s natural for you to step up,” Elizabeth said.

Laura blinked. “You really think so?”

“Totally,” Elizabeth laughed.

Elizabeth was cutting into her steak when she paused. “Dr. Dixon, worried I’ll snatch the deputy director role from you? Is that why…you asked me here?”

Laura looked down, clearly busted.

Yeah, that was it. She wanted to talk to Elizabeth. If she could, Laura hoped Elizabeth wouldn’t go for the position. Elizabeth had money and connections, rendering this job unnecessary. But Laura was different. She was divorced, raising a kid, and her family relied on her. She needed this job for a shot at promotion. Even though people said it was all about skill and experience, Laura knew power played a big role. Especially after Elizabeth’s stellar performance today, Laura was feeling the heat.

Elizabeth got it. She laughed. “Dr. Dixon, all this fuss over a job. This world is really…”