It was surreal to everyone that Clarissa had knelt to give a public penance to an ordinary staff member.
"Sorry for arriving late. I hope I can join the meeting," she said, sauntering toward an empty seat. "But not our last meeting," she added, meeting Callum's disbelieving stare
Callum's lips curved as he recalled his words to her yesterday when he had called, convinced she would not return to the company after such a disaster.
"Of course." Callum nodded firmly before lowering his eyes to the document in her hand. "Is that your report?"
Selina lifted the document. "Yes, sir. I'm always ready."
Annabelle waved her reports. "So am I," she muttered, snapping her head to the side with a cheerful expression.
Callum nodded once, matter of fact. Since they had been involved before the recent disruptions, he saw no reason to refuse the young women.
"Let's continue with the meeting. You two can take your seats."
