Chapter 135

• Mason closed the door behind Des, realizing they had crossed the line of inappropriate behavior in the workplace. Scarlett Lotus didn't need sexual harassment charges on top of the scandalous activities already underway.
• David bolted out of his chair at the sight of Scottie. "What the hell are you doing here?" His surprise was unmistakable, tinged with a hint of anger.
• The tension between them was palpable, evident from the flexing of jaw muscles and clenched fists at their sides. It felt like the air was thick with anticipation, akin to squeezing a dozen people into a phone booth.