The Return of Billion Boulevard

Chapter 33

"I beg your Pardon?" Billion asked.

"I said I want to know who your girlfriend is, who you're sleeping with." Mrs Dorathy said. Her facial expression was composed as if she had not just asked a very personal question.

Just as the flirtatious exchange threatened to linger, a timely knock on the door disrupted the atmosphere. "Come in," Billion called, grateful for the interruption. The door swung open, revealing Joy entering with two cups of tea on a tray.

Billion instinctively got up from his seat to assist Joy, but before he could make a move, Mrs Dorathy, with an incredulous look on her face, held him back. The interruption and the unexpected obstruction created a moment of awkward tension in the room.

Joy, oblivious to the underlying dynamics, greeted them both with a professional smile. "Good day, Mr Boulevard, Mrs Dorathy. I thought you might appreciate a drink during the meeting."

Billion, appreciating the much needed distraction, nodded with gratitude. "Thank you, Joy. That's t