Muddy Water

After side-eyeing Yoko for a moment, Emily looked back at Zane and said, “Mr. Hernandez was very supportive of the idea, Mr. Murphy was reluctant, but agreed to give you a chance, and Mr. Clark sounded extremely enthusiastic about the prospect of working together with you.”

“Extremely Enthusiastic?” Zane asked hesitantly, a bit concerned about the words she used.

“Well, among the three he sounded way hyper and agreed quicker than the others. He even sounded excited and hopeful as he told me about the possible collaboration of you guys on a project.”

“Well, since that's the case, of the three, let me speak with Mr. Clark last.”

A slight look of confusion settled on Emily's face for a moment, but then she nodded, smiling faintly at Zane, and then said, “Then when do you want to meet Mr. Clark to discuss?”

“A week from now.” Zane replied, halfway distracted by his thoughts.

Now, even Yoko seemed confused that he would choose to make Mr. Clark wait that long when he is the one who is mor