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“Of course you’re going to make me say it…”

“I ah his head

He scans reen dress, black blazer, and ed breath “Because if ork together, I can’t guarantee howI understand, Reservoir desperately needs all hands on deck Congratulations on assu the CEO role, by the way I have no doubt it suits you”

So he’s been paying attention And he still wants ns “Thank you”

He nods and glances around aardly, flashing a stilted s maid with her cart “And, um…thank you for the text last week”

“It seenant”

“I appreciate that” But his eyes diaze, and I can tell he’s disappointed “I’, too”

“Thanks The flowers you sent were lovely” I take a chance and touch his arm “Come in Please For a few minutes?”

His reluctance squeezes hs and steps inside the suite I shut the door with relief

“This is a great view,” he says, his voice carefully neutral “Are you here for business?”

“So roo accordion doors that lead to awater “Have a seat”

He slides into the first chair he comes to I ease onto one that’s catty-corner and lean forward “Sebastian—”

“I don’t think I can do this” He stands again, fidgeting and clenching his fists “I can’t work for you I’ you need a CFO, but—”

I jump to my feet “I do, but I have another job I think you’re even more qualified for”

“What is it?”