For high-powered executives like Mandel Thompson, their daily schedules are always fully booked.
"No need to check," Mandel Thompson continued, "I am sure I will have time."
After all, it's a significant matter in life!
Now that Isla Astir finally gave him hope, Mandel Thompson was bound to cherish this opportunity.
Isla Astir walked him to the car and then said, "Go back quickly, be careful when driving."
"Okay," Mandel Thompson nodded, "I'll text you once I'm home."
"Mhm."
After watching Mandel Thompson's car disappear into the distance, Isla Astir turned around and left.
She walked at a leisurely pace.
Just as she reached the entrance of her building, she saw Mrs. Laker approaching. Mrs. Laker looked at Isla Astir with a smile and said, "Isla, was that boy who just delivered the dog to you a relative of your family?"
"He's my boyfriend," replied Isla Astir.
Boyfriend?
Mrs. Laker continued to ask, "Is he also a local resident from Capital City?"