Tyler was chest deep in paperwork when LaTrice knocked on his door.

"Hey boo," she said.

Tyler looked up from his papers wearily. "Oh, hey LaTrice. Is there something wrong?"

"No. Nothing wrong. Just... haven't really seen you since you started the new job."

"Yeah, I've been playing a lot of catch up. Edward's taking a huge chance on me and I'm not exactly qualified. And that jerk who just quit didn't quite leave everything in order."

"I probably won't be seeing you at the kitchen anymore, huh?"

Tyler detected that hint of sadness in her voice. "Well, I'll try to stop by from time to time... "

"You're busy. I shouldn't have bothered you." LaTrice started to head out but Tyler standing up suddenly stopped her.

"LaTrice, you're my friend. You're never a bother. Sit down. Tell me what's new with you."

LaTrice eagerly came in and sat at his desk. "Well, I got a job interview, at this café in... " Tyler's office phone ringing cut her off. Tyler let it ring a couple of times, trying to focus on LaTrice, but finally picked it up.

"Haven, this is Tyler Drake." LaTrice tried to sit quietly and respectfully, but Tyler talking about reports and demographics quickly took over the office. She hated herself for being a bother. While Tyler's back was turned, she tried to quietly slip out.

"Where are you going?" Tyler asked, putting the phone to his chest.

"That sounds important."

"Well, it's about funding for the year. So yeah."

"It's cool, yo. I'll... .I'll see ya when I see ya."

Tyler watched her leave his office. He took a breath and got back on the phone. "Excuse me, sir? Something just came up with one of my residents. Can I call you back in a few?" He hung up the phone quickly, grabbed his coat, and chased her down the hall.

"I thought you were busy."

Tyler smiled at her. "I can take a break. Want to go for a walk?" LaTrice smiled and nodded. As they reached the lobby, Tyler's phone vibrated. It was a text from Brad.

"Is it important?" LaTrice asked.

Tyler put his phone back in his pocket. "No," he said, smiling at her and holding the door open. "Now, tell me all about this job interview."

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Week One, Week Two, Week Three, Week Four, Week Five

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