Chapter 383

Hanson's smile froze, a flicker of irritation passing through his eyes.

He turned to Effie, struggling to keep the genial expression on his face.

"Miss Bagnold, any other questions?" he asked, his tone stiff.

Under his breath, barely louder than a whisper, he muttered, "Women always make things complicated. If it were a man, this would've been signed already..."

Effie ignored him. "Where's Lenora? Where did she go?"

Hanson gave a silent huff, then replied, “I'm sorry, Lenora had something urgent to take care of. She asked me to handle the paperwork for her.”

Effie nodded curtly. "Alright. If Lenora isn't here, I'll just wait until she's available."

A shadow crossed Hanson's face. He didn't believe Effie had all day to spare- she'd cave soon enough.

He pressed, “Lenora's busy, and she might not be back until this afternoon. Maybe not even until tomorrow."

"That's fine," Effie replied, her voice calm. "I'll come back tomorrow to sign and pay."

jaw. "Do you really

"That's right. If it's not Lenora, I'm not signing."

heel and stormed off, leaving in a

brow. She turned to Effie and asked, “Effie, do you think something's wrong? What if

out

had barely ended her call when Hanson reappeared, dragging Lenora along behind him,

reluctant, as if she'd

"Lenora! Didn't you

hadn't said that, how

to take my client?

never expected Effie to insist on seeing

said, "Sorry, I had

I'll finish

her voice low. "Are you alright? Did

Hanson cleared

gave a small nod and

Bagnold, you can sign the contract now," she said, sliding the papers

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