The End of a Hidden Love Story
"Let me introduce you all. This is Beatrice Porter. She'll be our new CTO."
"Welcome, Ms. Porter," came a chorus of greetings.
Everyone gave her a warm welcome, except me. I stayed exactly where I was, completely still.
Right then, Declan's gaze landed on me. His expression darkened as he snapped, "Scarlett Fletcher, did you not hear me introduce the new CTO? You can't even say hello?"
I pressed my lips together and remained silent.
Beatrice, on the other hand, smiled and extended a hand toward me.