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The strange stories Pipa had been hearing from others made her increasingly hesitant about the idea of hiring Jackie. The rumors and whispers were starting to make her question whether it was worth the risk. Why take a chance on someone with so much uncertainty surrounding them? Surely, they could find someone else to do the job, someone without the baggage and rumors that seemed to follow Jackie.
However, Sem saw things differently. He wasn’t as bothered by the stories and was more focused on Jackie’s work ethic. To him, she had proven herself reliable and capable, and he didn’t want to let the rumors cloud their judgment. While Pipa’s doubts grew, Sem remained convinced that Jackie was the right choice for their needs.