"I know! Christian, Ivy and I are both incredibly grateful for what you've done." As she spoke, June Grant pulled a check from a planner on her desk. "This is your payment. Of course, our friendship is worth far more than money, but this is just a small token of appreciation from me and Ivy."
"No, I can't take this." Christian Aldrin glanced at the amount on the check and quickly pushed it back.
"I don't mean anything else by it. It's simply a thank you for helping us."
"Helping you was for my own benefit, too." Christian Aldrin remained firm, refusing to take the check.
"Alright, then. I'll remember this favor." June Grant didn't insist.
"Don't mention it. You're busy, so I'll take my leave." Christian Aldrin stood up, gave June Grant a nod, and turned to walk out the door.
While other second-year college students were still caught up in dating, watching movies, and posting angry rants online, Ivy Holden and June Grant were already running an entertainment company.
