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."

into Zoey. Otherwise, he wouldn't be so reluctant to extend even

small favor.

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

and sipping sbroth, the

"We've pretty much finalized the awards ceremony schedule. Cornelia

it, Zoey. Ms. Pennyfeather specifically called to ask what you have

directly to Zoey, which meant Maja knew her too well - she only shared good

stood up promptly, "I'll leave right now. How did Ms. Pennyfeather sound? I

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

to them, so they were

her coat and draped it over her shoulders. Just as she was about to leave, Elvis

like her too seriously. You've ca long way

ties when you

amusing, rubbing her temples,

Go hand

Zoey checked her phone to find it unusually quiet with

angry texts would

be troubled by her again.

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

Haskins family called.

call you? Maybe she's

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

shopping. I'll try reaching

"Alright."

his temples and, after hanging up, he called Mia. The call went through, but

fit of pique, she wouldn't ignore

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