THE POOR BILLIONAIRE

ow the wealth of her family had become a burden, instead of a blessing. She longed to hear the cry and laughter of her grandkids echoing through the mansion, and also to be called "Nana" b

..." Before he could finish his sentence, Rosalie ran off without giving him a single glance. "Hey! Let me take you to the hospital for a checkup!" He said loudly, his glance fixed on her, until he slowly lost sight of her. "Hmm... It's very difficult to see a girl who isn't interested in getting favors from a rich man in this city." He muttered to himself as he went back into his car and zoomed off. Rosalie quickened her pace, as she rushed down to work. Her heart raced fast as she realized she was already 20 minutes late. The Sound of her heels clicking against the pedestrian walkway and the noise from moving vehicles was the only noise she could hear. As she approached her work building, her body was filled with anxiety, she knew she was in a big mess. The manager isn't a fan of her and is constantly looking for a way to taunt and query her. "I guess this is a perfect opportunity for her to do her worst". She muttered to herself, hoping she wouldn't be on duty. She got into the office and the first person she saw was Miss Janet, her annoying manager. Fear and anxiety gripped her as she knew it wouldn't end well. "I need to see you in my office now!" The manager said to Rosalie as she walked to her office in anger and haste. "I'm sorry, ma'am, I'm late again." She said with her head bowed in guilt. "What is your excuse this time around? Did your dog swallow a spoon, or did your brother get beaten up again? What is your excuse, Miss Rosalie?" She asked as she smirked in sarcasm. "I'm sorry, Miss Janet, a car almost..." "Oh, spare me those fairytales, Rosalie! I'm done with your flimsy excuses, your constant complaints and incompetence are affecting the restaurant." She said, her voice laced with superiority. "I understand, Miss Janet, and I apologize, I have been dealing with some issues at home and in life in general." She said with tears already settled in her eyeballs. "Well, that is why we are relieving you of your duties, so you can resolve your issues at home, without interfering with your work." She said as she handed her the sack letter. Rosalie was mute and didn't know what to do, she collected her sack letter and headed home. She knew it was coming, but she wasn't prepared for it. Being the breadwinner of her fa