Hannah remained concerned, asking, “So what was your brother like overseas?”
Grace shrugged.
“I could only catch up with him over the phone now and then, so I can’t really say what he was like while he was in school.”
Leaning her chin on her palm, Grace said, “He was probably more light-hearted and sociable than he is these days. Definitely less reserved.”
After a pause, Grace looked at Hannah and joked, “So, why the interrogation? Planning to marry my brother?”
Hannah’s cheeks flushed.
“What? No, it’s way too early for that.”
Lydia playfully nudged Hannah.
“Oh, come on, you’re not fooling anyone! You’re clearly into Bryson, acting all shy like that.”
“Lydia! Stop teasing me!”
The three of them erupted into laughter, momentarily setting aside the weighty discussion they’d been having.
The next morning, Hannah rushed down the stairs, heading for work.
Clad in an apron, Grace emerged from the kitchen, plate of poached egg in hand.
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“Hannah, breakfast is ready!”
As she hastily slipped on her shoes in the foyer, Hannah responded, “Eat with Lydia, I’ve got urgent business at the office.”
“But…”
Before Grace could complete her sentence, Hannah was out the door.
Left puzzled, Grace said, “Why is she in such a rush?”
The previous project had been a hit, and the faulty equipment stockpiled by the White family had been cleared out.
Upon wrapping up the project, another board meeting was convened.
Dexter drummed his fingers impatiently on the table, frequently glancing at his watch.
“Miss Moore has been a huge asset for us, so we must sit here waiting, huh? Humph!”
Jalen, seated beside him in the conference room, offered a sidelong glance.
“Mr. Schneider, I’ve only just notified Hannah about today’s impromptu meeting. She’s just ten minutes late. Ease up.”