Chapter 289

Other than the familiar scent of his cologne, Elodie caught the faintest trace of women's perfume clinging to the jacket.

Most likely, another woman had worn it before her, or at least brushed against it.

Her expression grew colder. Without a second thought, she shoved the jacket back into the crook of Jarrod's arm.

"Thanks, but I don't need it."

Her movements were crisp and decisive, not bothering to disguise her distance or rejection.

Jarrod didn't seem the least bit bothered. It was almost as if he'd anticipated Elodie's reaction all along. He draped the jacket back over his arm with an easy grace, unphased by her attitude.

Casually, he said, "The military's procurement tender-VistaLink Technologies is putting in a bid, aren't they?"

Elodie paused.

So Jarrod knew about that, too.

he pressed on. "I imagine VistaLink Technologies understands how fierce the competition will be this time. If you're not

Silverstein?" Elodie cut

distant expression, a faint smile tugging at his lips.

tech development, while we'll have Nexus Analytics on board to ensure technical stability. We

Understanding dawned on Elodie.

come over to talk—or tried to drape his jacket over her shoulders in a show

to seize their first big break by

and time was running short. Even if VistaLink Technologies wanted to find another partner, it was probably

had timed

alone to command; she had no intention of making unilateral decisions. This would have to be discussed

room,

arrived, she found Jarrod

if nothing awkward had ever happened between them, and

chatted with Dr. Charlie Sterling about grad school last time. It really solidified my decision to become his student—I'll do my best to get in. But right now, I'm focused on my thesis. Dr. Sterling, would you mind asking the professor to look it over? If it's too much trouble, that's

warm and sincere, clearly eager

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