CHAPTER 37
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It's a new chapter in Oliver's life to start again but there are many changes in his plans. He did not continue to work in companies as a network architect which was his dream profession. He needs to alleviate the issues first and his second option now is to work at the bakery shop which is a safe place for him where he is not exposed to the public. He should stay and work in their neighborhood where there is no noise to be heard.

"Welcome to my bakery!" Julie greets him and agrees that Oliver works in the shop.

"Thank you for welcoming me," Oliver's smiles are forced and Julie can feel that he's not happy.

"Is your decision final? Do you not want to continue with your dream job and just stay here?" she asked.

"Yeah. I'm fine to work here. As long as Adamson is here to finance. I-I trust him and I need to be able to save money but I know my income is not that big but I'll work double time." Oliver fixed the apron he was wearing, "I'll just enjoy serving pastries here."

"That's good
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