Chapter 59

Zara kept her cool. "Being prepared is part of the job as a secretary."

"Do you really want something to happen between us?" Yosef challenged.

"What you do is your business, Mr. Webb," Zara shot back.

He held her gaze for a tense moment and then started walking toward her.

Zara's gut told her this was not good. She stepped back without even thinking.

Just in time, Melanie emerged in fresh clothes and called out, "Yosef, I'm ready."

Zara quickly said, "I'll drive Ms. Schmidt home."

Melanie waved her off. "No need, Zara. I'm all good now. I can get back to work."

"Don't push yourself."

"After everything we've been through, you didn't shed a tear, Zara. I can't be a crybaby. I want to be as brave as you!" Melanie declared with fierce determination.

Yosef did not glance back as he headed for the door. "Let's head back to the office."

When they got back, Zara made a beeline for the secretary's office, but Yosef grabbed her arm. He dragged her into his office, saying, "Come with m