The woman beside him stood as we approached the table, closing the magnetic flap on her tablet case with a decisive snap as she offered me her own firm handshake.
"Maia Katsaros, production coordinator. I handle logistics, scheduling, and making sure everyone gets what they need when they need it. Some like to call me his assistant. Don't, please."
Slightly challenging, but only because of her confidence. I can't help but notice that a particular face not far from mine has shifted just slightly… so that our eyes could not possibly meet.
> I suppose I won't stare directly at Anise and make it obvious that she has recently done so. We'll make her buy us late lunch. <
"A pleasure."
With a short nod, she distances herself a bit behind her boss while looking pointedly at the other two still seated. Overall, I got the impression that she was someone more business minded and organized.
