Hearing Amy’s words, I smiled. Maybe she was right. Jared had always been generous with me.

“Is there something you’re trying to get at, Ms. Wilder?” I changed the subject; I hated it when people tried to talk

about me and Jared.

Amy’s eyes twinkled as she poured me half a cup of coffee. She smiled and said, “You’re Mr. Holcomb’s ex–wife, so you must know what he likes, right?”

My face went a little stiff. “So, you want me to spill what he likes?”

“Ms. Murphy, if I end up with Mr. Holcomb, things will be a lot better for you. But if Tracy marries him, you, as his ex–wife, are in for a rough time.” Amy didn’t beat around the bush as she laid it all out.

I had to admit, Amy had all the tricks up her sleeve. She knew how to play on people’s weaknesses, which was why she could be so upfront with me.

“So, Ms. Wilder, how sure are you that you’ll actually win him over? And seriously, does Jared even like you?” I

asked.

I’d never set foot in the corporate world before, and I was shocked to see these boss ladies hustling just like the

want, no matter

even matter?” Amy tucked a strand of hair behind her ear,

If you vibe together, help each other out, that’s

for example. He liked you, even married you, but so what? You two still went your separate ways. How long did that

the confidence shining on Amy’s face, I honestly felt kind of

how far I

to be with Mr. Holcomb forever? Nope. Even if he wants something long–term, I don’t.

now, smart and decisive. With his advice and help, I can level up

Love and sex? Just seasoning for daily

no big deal.” Amy

me. I shook my head with a smile and took a sip of coffee. “Honestly, chatting with people

and in the future, I can help you out professionally,” Amy said, trying to win me over with promises

and said, “Ms. Wilder, sorry, but Jared and I are divorced. I don’t want to concern myself with anything about him

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