Shiu swore he never had favorites. Every time anyone would ask him such a question, he'd respond with a mere scowl, not uttering a word. He'd hated the question, 1. because he genuinely didn't have a favorite and 2. it was just a stupid question. He disliked all his employees equally, as he put it. He saw no point in answering it or even having a favorite in the first place.

But then you came into the picture. With your pretty smile and soft spoken demeanor, he found himself considering you his favorite. After a few mere meetings with you, he secretly promised to himself that he'd keep you safe. Whether it was from the flirty comments you got from Toji all day or from any real harm, he'd protect you and take care of you.

Obviously, he was subtle about it. He couldn't just have everyone know he'd taken a liking to the knew recruit. He was very sly; giving you some of his food if you forgot yours, the occasional compliment about your appearance, the occasional good morning or good evening he'd tell you. He was, in a way, confessing his undying love for you, if you think about it.

That brings you to today, you'd just entered the office building for yet another work day, only you're called into your boss's office. You walk into his office, confused and slightly pleased. You knew it wouldn't be something bad, maybe a promotion or something. Probably not, but it's fun to pretend. The moment you stepped in, a subtle smile tugged at your boss's lips, and he motioned for you to sit.

"Go ahead.", Shiu said, his voice deep as always. "There's something I'd like to talk to you about."