The Rescidency Risk
Harrington boomed, walking toward them, his eyes twinkling with recognition.
Liam's security detail immediately stiffened, subtly attempting to shield Elara, but it was too late. Harrington's gaze fell upon Elara. He paused, his smile freezing. "And good heavens! Dr. Vance! Elara, what in the world are you doing here? I heard you left the SICU for an academic sabbatical. Are you consulting with Liam on a new health tech acquisition for Aether?"
The question was innocent, but the breach was absolute. Harrington had recognized Elara, and he had confirmed her professional identity, all while her very pregnant shape, barely concealed beneath the cashmere, was now obvious in the bright hallway
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