#14 “This Incident Ends Here.”

Before reaching the door, Sophia’s determined footsteps come to a halt. With a sense of urgency, she walks back to Steven, who curious smile. greets her with a “One more thing, Mr. Mhyler,” she says.

Steven leans in attentively. “Of course, go ahead.’

“It is crucial that you do not mention to Mr. Stone that we met today,” Sophia asserts, her eyes locked with Steven’s. ” And please, do not reveal my true identity to him. I am warning you it would be bad for everyone!”

Confused by her request, Steven raises an eyebrow. “Ms. Johnson, you are putting me in a very tricky situation.”

Sophia leans closer, her voice almost a whisper, “I realize that Mr. Mhyler, and I am sorry about that; however the best decision you can make is to stay silent.” “But, Ms. Johnson…”

Sophia cuts him off, “Steven, it is imperative that this stays between you and me. This is not a request.”

Uncomfortable with the demand, but realizing he does not have a choice. Steven relectuanly replies, “Your secret is safe with me.”

Sophia nods gratefully. She turns again towards the door, eager to leave. The once-crowded lobby of the restaurant has become even more packed with patrons, making it difficult to navigate. In her haste, she overlooks Alexander and Emily as they make their way through the crowd, their eyes fixed on her.

suppose she is doing here?” Emily whispers to Alexander, curiosity in her voice as

as she walks out the door, slows his steps and replies, “I have no idea. I am just as surprised as you are to see

expression

meets Alexander’s piercing gaze. Emily, caught in the crossfire, shifts uncomfortably, her eyes darting

understand your concerns,

no signs of abating as the trio takes their seats at the table. Alexander leans back in his chair, his arms crossed

more to it,” Steven says, trying to convenience himself

around the movement of funds from the Crimms’ bank to Emily’s, which, as I informed Ms. Johnson, cannot be reversed now. It was a brief and straightforward

but he quickly reconsiders. The fallout would have devastating consequences for not only Stone Enterprises, but for his own job as well.

as far as I can tell, it seems

Steven hesitates again for a moment, weighing his options. He knows the consequences of revealing the truth and the potential fallout it could bring. But he also

you there was nothing inappropriate or

intensifies, searching for any signs of deception. Satisfied for now, he leans back in his chair, his tone resolute. “Very well. Just remember, Steven, I

expression neutral. He understands the severity of

drafted tonight to all employees of Stone

*

lingering in her mind. She sees Evelyn, seeking refuge from the storm brewing in her own life at

her gaze towards Sophia, Evelyn’s eyes shimmer with both anxiety and curiosity. She’s eager to hear

on the couch, Sophia pours herself a generous portion of wine. She releases a heavy

how it went,” Evelyn ventures, her voice betraying her anticipation. Realizing that divulging the full extent of the conversation wouldn’t serve Evelyn well, Sophia decides

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