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Austin had not lied to her! Ophelia almost wanted to slap herself. Of all the people she could've picked a fight with at work, it had to be someone you just don't cross.

"I'll take my leave, Ms. Sanchez," she muttered, not daring to linger any longer as she hustled out of Dorothy's office.

Dorothy sighed, her elegant brow furrowing in frustration. She hated playing the ‘Everett card’ to command respect, especially since they were no longer together. It felt so awkward.

Her phone was still ringing. Dorothy snatched it up and hit the answer button.

was unmistakable, even raspy and hoarse from illness. It carried an undeniable authority. sᴇaʀᴄh thᴇ ꜰindNʘvel.ɴet website on

"I heard about the office spat." "What spat?" "The argument you had." Dorothy was stunned. "How do you even know about that?" "I tried calling you, but you didn't pick up, so I had someone check the

a little tiff with a colleague. She's already apologized!" But Everett was clearly not

to turn around and fire her, that would make it seem like she complained behind

the silence. "You sick,

voice. What's up with your throat?" He was always too stubborn for his own good. She knew he hadn't answered

of, but they need their dad! And if you're sick, you can't play with them." There was another heavy