Chapter 70–Laura’s POVWe later got to the firm late in the evening. The date actually relieved me a lot.Most of the junior associates had already left the office. I preferred this hour, the calm when the world slowed down enough for me to breathe.Yet, my mind refused to settle.Daniel’s words followed me like a shadow.I dropped my bag on the couch in my office and loosened my blazer, walking toward the window.A knock interrupted my thoughts.“Come in,” I said, going back to my seat.Selene stepped inside, holding a tablet against her chest. She looked younger than William(my former PA), maybe mid-twenties, with neat hair pulled into a low bun. There was something about her that made me feel watched, though she hadn’t done anything wrong.“Your schedule for tomorrow has been finalized,” she said. “The board briefing is at nine, and Mr. Daniel requested your presence personally.”“I’ll be there,” I replied.She stood there for some time, then added, “He also asked that you review t
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