40 Don't Force Her

"What are you two doing here?"

Emily turned around abruptly, spotting Allen Parker standing nearby, his gaze sharp as he observed her and Jackson.

"Brother, perfect timing," Jackson finally stood up, no longer pressing her. He gestured towards Emily. "Do you like her?"

The gleam in Allen Parker's eyes flickered. "She seems decent."

After a pause, he added, "From an employer's perspective, she's a good employee."

Jackson pressed further, "But from a man's perspective?"

Allen Parker chuckled lightly. "She's beautiful, with a great personality. What man wouldn't like her?"

Jackson's eyes turned sharp instantly. "Are you serious?"

"Kidding," Allen Parker lifted his wrist to check the time. "Jackson, the exhibition is in less than an hour. Don't you need to prepare?"

Time was tight, and now wasn't the best time for a conversation.

Jackson fell silent for a moment, then pulled Emily back to the makeup room, leaving Allen Parker alone, seemingly lost in thought as he watched them leave.

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