Loving DAD 1159

“You’re a generous boss,” Thomas said. “Even if you wanted to hire an elite mercenary, It would be easy. Plenty of people make their living by risking their lives, Otherwise, why would they can such high salaries? 

“Sharon, don’t let personal feelings interfere with work–It’ll only hurt you in the end. I take your money and do my job; it’s a fair exchange. There’s no such thing as a ‘debt of gratitude‘ between us. 

“And don’t ever let anyone tell you that you’ve only survived by relying on me–or on any man. That kind of talk is poison. The moment you let people stand over you like that, they’ll use gullt and so–called morality to shackle you. 1 

“They’ll manipulate you, undermine you, make you doubt yourself–make you believe you’re worthless–and in doing so, they’ll drive away the truly capable people who could stand by your side.” 

He looked at her intently, his tone calm but edged with conviction. 

“In the future, you’ll rise higher. You’ll have more people working for you. The best of them will protect you from danger–that’s their job. What then? Does that make every subordinate who lends a hand your savior? 

“Don’t be too taken in by the image of the ‘strong woman,‘ the ‘female lead,‘ or the so–called ‘independent heroine” the internet glorifies. No one–man or woman–can hold up a company alone. 

“Real strength lies in discernment: knowing how to recognize true talent and bring it under your command. That’s the mark of a true leader. 

“If you can gather the world’s finest minds to work for you, then one day, you’ll be able to sit in your office, drink your tea, and never have to worry about a thing 

“As long as you succeed, what difference does it make whether it’s by your own hands or through your mastery of people?” 

Sharon stared at him, her heart rippling with emotions she couldn’t name. 

“Why… why are you telling me all this?” 

Thomas was silent for a moment before replying, “In case I’m not around someday, I don’t want your guilt over your subordinates. Sharon, I know you’re kind, but not everyone will repay your kindness.” 

to carry 

The words slipped from her lips before she could stop them. “Thomas… are you resigning?” 

“Not yet,” he said with a faint smile. “But I may not do this job forever.” 

Something twisted painfully in her chest. She wasn’t sure if it was the fever or his words that made her heart ache. 

A golden–scaled dragon is never meant to stay in the shallows. 

She knew–Thomas was never someone who could remain by her side forever. His skills, his intellect, his composure he was destined for a wider world. 

All the words tangled inside her heart finally condensed into one quiet plea. 

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“Thomas… when the day comes that you decide to leave, please tell me first. Don’t disappear without saying goodbye.” 

“I won’t,” he promised. 

Only then did she relax. 1 

Truth be told, Thomas had taught her far more than a bodyguard ever should. He wasn’t just her protector; he was her mentor. 1 

Even without Carter’s reminders, Sharon had begun to suspect that Thomas wasn’t an ordinary man. But she still didn’t understand why he’d chosen to stay by her side. 

Seeing how pale and weary she looked, Thomas’s voice softened, “Sharon, rest for a while. The more you sleep, the faster you’ll recover.” 

Sharon nodded weakly, closed her eyes, and soon drifted back to sleep. 

But her rest was uneasy. Her body alternated between burning and freezing, her dreams a jumble of confusion and discomfort. 

She didn’t know how long she had slept, but she awoke to a faint aroma.