Before Julian Ford left, he gave a slight nod and said, "If you hear anything about Sylvie, please let me know."
Stella Sterling gave a noncommittal, "Okay."
Once Julian Ford was out the door, she took out her phone, snapped a photo of his back, and sent it to Miles.
She also sent him a voice message: "Miles, keep an eye on this guy for me."
Miles replied instantly with an "OK" emoji.
Julian Ford's sudden visit left Stella Sterling with a host of questions and uncertainties.
She opened her sister's chat, left a message, and decided to set the matter aside for the time being.
Until she figured out the truth, the only person she trusted was Mr. Sterling.
...
At three in the afternoon, Stella Sterling had a management meeting with Phoebe Pierce and the others.
Before the meeting, Phoebe Pierce asked in a low voice, "That Mr. Ford who came looking for you at noon, was he a client?"
Stella shook her head. "No, why?"
