The elevator ride down to the lobby felt like it took a lifetime, at least it felt that way to her.Cassie stood in the center of the steel box, her back straight, her chin up, staring at her reflection in the elevator. Her guards stood in the corners, but Cassie wasn't looking at them. She was looking at the woman in the reflection. She looked like she belonged in the white suit and pretty heels and calm facade, but deep inside, she felt like she was about to vomit.The minute the elevator slid open in the underground garage, her mask slipped, making her knees buckle a bit."Ms. Stone?" The nearest guard quickly reached out to steady her."I'm fine," she breathed out, though her voice lacked the boom it had upstairs. "Just... get me to the car."They moved quickly toward the convoy of black SUVs waiting for her. As Cassie approached the middle vehicle, the back door opened from the inside. She climbed in, sinking into the comfortable leather seat. The door slammed shut, effectively s
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