Maya's POV
I lowered my coffee cup and met Mr. Carlos's scrutinizing gaze head-on. The tension in the room was subtle but unmistakable.
"Mr. Carlos, I left my hometown to pursue higher education. As I mentioned earlier, my father fully supported my decision. My mother, however, much like your wife, would have preferred I stayed home and settled down with a husband. That wasn't the path I envisioned for myself," I explained with a courteous smile. Despite his probing questions, he had been civil, and I intended to respond in kind.
"I see. You're a woman with ambition. And now you work as Liam Sterling's secretary. I assume Damon helped you secure that position?" His tone carried an insinuation that made my skin prickle.
