While they were having dinner, Petra waited in the car, unaware of what was going on inside.
She was a little curious, of course, but chose not to ask. After all, it was her boss’s personal business–not something she should pry into.
In the elevator, Charlotte turned to her sister. “Jodie, don’t tell Mom and Dad about dinner with Sean today, okay?”
Jodie nodded. “Got it, sis.”
“Good girl,” Charlotte said gently.
Back in her room, Charlotte pulled out her phone and checked her messages.
Scott: “Home yet?”
Charlotte: “Just got in.”
Scott: “Get some rest. Good night.”
Charlotte: “Okay.”
The next day, an unexpected guest arrived at Charlotte’s law firm.
Megan swept in wearing a light beige business suit and carrying a Hermès handbag. Her confident stride and sharp aura instantly drew attention.
“Wow, who is that? She’s stunning and so classy.”
“Is she a client? Or maybe someone applying for a job?”
“Probably a client. She looks just like one of those fierce CEO types”
“Totally agree. She’s giving off serious boss energy. No way she’s working for someone else.”
“That figure, that face–she’s incredible.”
Megan overheard the whispers of admiration and let a subtle smile curve her lips.
She stopped in front of a young woman’s desk and asked with a warm smile, “Hi, I didn’t see anyone at the front desk, so I just walked in. Could you tell me where Miss Riley’s office is?”
Jenny, caught off guard, was flattered to be spoken to by someone so glamorous.
“I’ll take you there,” she said quickly, standing up.
“Thank you,” Megan replied, her smile growing even more radiant. Jenny found herself a little dazed by it.
When they reached Charlotte’s office, Jenny smiled and said, “This is Miss Riley’s office.”
“Thank you.”
“You’re welcome. I’ll get back to work now.”
Megan knocked on the door.
Charlotte’s voice came from inside. “Come in.”
Megan opened the door and stepped in. “Miss Riley.”
Charlotte looked up and paused for a split second before quickly regaining her composure. “Miss Stone, please have a seat,”
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Megan smiled and sat down on the couch near the coffee table.
Charlotte stood up from behind her desk and walked over to the small table she used for guests. She filled the electric kettle and set out two ceramic mugs.
“What brings you by today, Miss Stone?” she asked, rinsing the mugs quickly and setting one in front of Megan before pouring her a cup of hot tea.
“Thank you,” Megan said. “I heard you opened your own law firm so I wanted to drop by and have a look. I also happen to have a case I’d like you to handle.”
“Oh?” Charlotte raised an eyebrow. “What kind of case?”
She had already received Megan’s background information from Lena. Charlotte knew Megan was now the CEO of a publicly listed company.
Her company surely had its own legal team. So what kind of case would require outside help?
Megan pulled out her phone. “Mind if we exchange numbers? I’ll text you the case files my assistant just sent over.” “Sure,” Charlotte said, taking out her own phone. They swapped numbers, and Megan sent the documents over.
“I’ll leave this case in your hands, Miss Riley,” Megan said with a pleasant smile.
Charlotte took a sip of her tea. “Why don’t we start with the basics of the case, Miss Stone?”
“Of course,” Megan said, taking a sip as well. “This tea’s really nice.”
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