"No, I'll look for a job myself," she refused his offer.

His face fell slightly, and the fingers holding her hand also tightened a little. "You don't want me to help you find a job?"

Her body stiffened as if there was an invisible pressure all around her.

"I want to look for a job myself." She took a deep breath and met his eyes firmly.

She would no doubt have an easier time if she let him find her a job. The job would probably be easy and high-paying too.

But such a job... how long would i