34 Bold Moves

34 Bold Moves.

“Why should I be the one to face her? You’re the one in the middle of this drama. I’ll just end up in Inga’s crosshairs if I go,” protested Jada, feeling unfairly dragged into a situation that wasn’t her making.

“Look, Inga already suspects we’re allies. It’s irrelevant who goes. Plus, this is your chance to shine in front of Mr. Carson,” encouraged Emma, her eyes twinkling with mischief, implying a deeper game at

play.

Jada’s cheeks turned a shade of pink, wondering if Emma had guessed her secret admiration for Mr. Carson. She could read between the lines in Emma’s knowing look. “Alright, I’ll go now. And you’ll have to sort out this mess alone!” she retorted, a mix of annoyance and excitement in her voice.

watched Jada dash off, half–wishing she could be a fly

in Mr. Carson’s office, Inga was already making her displeasure known. Mr. Carson, anticipating her arrival, was ready. “If you’re here about Emma’s promotion, save your breath. My decision is final,” he stated, barely looking up from

the shareholders‘ trust by favoring Emma. “What will people think of you playing

Inga with a steady, steely gaze. “Are you here

her words, insisting her concerns were purely professional.

is strictly business,” Mr. Carson cut

worth, declared she could outperform Emma and professed her unwavering support for him,

his own kin? Impossible. But before he could

couldn’t grasp her intentions. Was she implying Emma used personal favors for advancement? As he processed

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