– My mom and aunt are arriving tomorrow. You know what? You’re going to be my fiancée!
– What?? – Her sweet eyes widen even more.
– Well, you’re an entertainer, or whatever they call it. That means you know how to act. So, you’ll play the part of my fiancée in front of my family. Got it?
– But why do you need this? A charming, successful man like you – she blushes, the color creeping all the way to the roots of her silky chestnut hair – doesn’t have a girlfriend?
– Nope. Because I don’t need one, not in the slightest. But my mom does. She’s been driving me up the wall with her constant calls and attempts to set me up with her friends’ daughters. So, you’ll pretend to be my sweetheart, she’ll calm down, and she’ll stop nagging me. Understood?
– But that’s… not right! – She pouts, her already full lips puffing out even more.
– And is it right to work triple shifts and hide from some crazy ex? This way, you’ll be safe and warm, and I’ll even pay you. Then, you won’t owe me a thing.
– Even for the wrecked car?
– Even for that.
– I don’t know… I’m not comfortable with lying.
– And I’ll help you with a job down the line! – I play my final card. What’s gotten into me? Why do I even care what my family thinks? I’ve never been one for charity, either. It’s downright strange. But somehow, I like this idea. Maybe this young wonder really does bring good luck?