Across town, Lucas Sterling stood inside the top floor conference room of Sterling Innovations. Floor to ceiling windows overlooked the entire city. Executives waited around a polished table worth more than most cars. A multi-million dollar acquisition was being finalized. Yet Lucas wasn’t paying attention. His thoughts were elsewhere.
Lucas, his assistant, Naomi, cleared her throat. The board is waiting for your decision. Lucas blinked. Approve it. The executives exchanged amused glances. Even they had noticed his recent distraction. As the meeting ended, Naomi followed him into his office. You were thinking about her again. Lucas side.
Naomi had worked with him for 7 years. She was one of the few people who knew about Hannah. Was I that obvious? You approved a $30 million acquisition without asking a single question. Lucas laughed softly. Then yes. Naomi studied him carefully. Why don’t you just talk to her? The question immediately erased his smile.
