Chapter 37

WAYLON

I loosen the tie around my neck after the client leaves, and I sit back on the seat, exhaling a huge sigh. I need a few seconds to recoup before I put out another fire or maybe check in with Finn about what other fires he had been putting out today to stand me up for the meeting.

"Well, that was quite stressful." Ms Fischer's voice comes out in waves. "For a minute there, I thought we'll lose him, but with good grace, he accepted the new proposal I put forth at the last minute. It all passed quickly."

With a small smile playing on my lips, I nod.

"Thankfully, we managed to do what we set out to do, and now I think we should head back for the office."

Ms Fischer blinks at me, tipping her chin towards me to run a finger over her lower lip.

"You're probably right. We should head back. I still have a bit of work to catch up on."

Raising the glass of cold water to my lips, I gulp down the liquid and then rise from my seat. I pivot to take lofty strides towards the bar's entrance af