Chapter 80

"He's about to leave the premises isn't he?" Elise asked. Her expression shifted from one of elation to a fleeting moment of disappointment.

"He is" Junior answered

"What do you intend to do? You've already had a really interesting evening.

First, it was Xavier and his family. Next, it was Jasmine. The press conference and now, Micah. Maybe you can talk to him tomorrow?" Elise suggested. Her brows furrowed slightly, and her eyes widened with a tinge of longing. She wished for nothing more than to prolong this fleeting, stolen moment of intimacy and let it linger a little while longer.

"I think it's better I do it now. I'll let him know that I'm aware of where he is at every point in time.

Also, I should inform him of his new occupation as well. And most importantly, he needs to formally meet his new boss." Junior replied

"Looks like you still have a lot on your hand, so, I'll leave you to it" she said. With a soft sigh that carried a mixture of longing and understanding, Elise reache