As the assistant gently reminded him it was tfor the meeting, he set his phone aside and massaged the bridge of his nose with

a hand.

"Is the executive team all here?"

"They're waiting in the boardroom."

"Alright."

Fitch stood up as his assistant cautiously inquired, "The automotive headquarters were asking about Mr. Haskins' preferences for a

spokesperson. It seems Mr. Colby had previously promised Zoey."

The nZoey caused a scene to flash through Fitch's mind - her pinned against the sink in a compromising position. He felt a

wave of heat and adjusted his tie uncomfortably.

"Didn't Colby resign?"

The assistant glanced at him, searching for a hint of emotion, but Fitch was the picture of composure.

The branch president was tactful, probably having heard rumors within the inner circles. He was testing the waters to see if Fitch

truly had no interest in Zoey. If Fitch had a soft spot for her, handing over the spokesperson role to Zoey's entertainers would

equate to currying favor with Fitch himself.

With a calm demeanor that made his tailored suit seem like armor, Fitch said, "Follow the standard process."

That ought to teach the woman a lesson. She couldn't expect to play the stricks on others that she had on him. Luck wouldn't

always be on her side.

"Understood, I'll relay that to the branch president."

clearly wasn't into Zoey. Otherwise, he wouldn't

small favor.

of unease, as if a weight pressed on her chest. After popping a

sipping sbroth, the

pretty much finalized the awards ceremony schedule. Cornelia will be back tomorrow;

tonight. Don't overdo it, Zoey. Ms. Pennyfeather specifically

meant Maja knew her too well - she only shared good

right now. How did Ms. Pennyfeather sound?

she’s indeed busy. She's with the Sanders family, taking rests for the baby’s sake; won't be

hadn't disclosed lan's disappearance to them, so they were unaware, assuming

it over her shoulders. Just as she was about to

your mother again today. Don't take people like her too seriously. You've ca long way and she's looking to drag you

when you need

her

Go hand

the underground parking lot, Zoey checked her phone to find it unusually quiet with five

couldn't reach her, a barrage of angry

relief, hoping this meant she wouldn't be troubled by her

left the office. As he settled into his car, he leaned back and

Haskins family called.

Maybe she's throwing a tantrum after

sounded somewhat helpless, "Ever since Maja gave her a scare, she's been acting out

she's probably out shopping. I'll try reaching out to

"Alright."

up, he called Mia. The call went through, but

a fit of pique, she wouldn't ignore him,

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