“It’s okay. My employees are experienced, and they have good character. I trust them. Besides, I’m still managing the breakfast diner in the meantime. One day when I have my restaurants all over Wiltspoon, I can hire you if I can’t handle everything myself.

“There’s really no need to hire more people now. It’s a small business, so I try to save on salaries wherever possible.”

Chelsea pouted. She knew Liberty was not going to hire her. Liberty even made excuses, such as not knowing how her busi