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."

to himself that the boss clearly wasn't into Zoey.

small favor.

late at the office again, Zoey felt a sense of unease, as if a weight pressed on her chest. After

and sipping sbroth, the churning sensation began to

knocked on her door, "We've pretty much finalized the awards ceremony schedule. Cornelia will be back tomorrow; you

tonight. Don't overdo it, Zoey. Ms. Pennyfeather specifically called to ask what you have been doing

Maja knew her too well

somewhat guilty, Zoey stood up promptly, "I'll leave 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 back for

them, so they were unaware, assuming he

it over her shoulders. Just as she was about to

her too seriously. You've

when you need

her temples, "l

Go hand

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

Mia couldn't reach her, a barrage of angry

she wouldn't be troubled by

he settled into his car, he leaned back and closed his eyes, exhausted. That was when

Haskins family called.

call you? Maybe she's throwing

somewhat helpless, "Ever since Maja gave her a

out shopping. I'll try reaching out to her in

"Alright."

temples and, after hanging up, he called

always listened to him. Even in a fit of pique, she wouldn't ignore him, especially

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