Alick nodded in agreement.

As she began to open the suitcase, Annis remarked, “This isn't a suitcase full of money, is it?"

"No," Alick responded confidently.

Annis suddenly looked up. "You said you didn't look! How do you know it's not money? You must have peeked while I was making the juice!"

Caught off guard, Alick fell silent.

He was too careless to detect the trap in her words!

Alick worried the suitcase held something that might wound Annis.

He didn't want her to feel less valued than him by Isaac.

After all, Alick had known Isaac for years. Their bond wasn't just boss-employee; it was more like brothers.

Like this time, Isaac helped him with his business before his own vision was restored.

That wasn't something an ordinary boss would do.

That explained why Alick's loyalty to Isaac ran deep.

Isaac wasn't one for expressing emotions, and those close to him understood.

It was a sense of respect and security one couldn't find anywhere else.

Knowing it wasn't money, Annis' anticipation grew.

She fidgeted, excitement disarraying her usual composure.

Leaning on the sofa, Alick sipped his juice. "Relax," he chuckled.

"It's a surprise."

"Don't tell me!" Annis playfully swatted at him.

A surprise needed to be seen, not announced!