Chapter 22 Behind Closed Door

• "Meet our new COO of Halloway Empire, my wife, Evelyn Grace Halloway."
• Applause filled the conference room as Marcus introduced me to all the members of the board of directors. It's a good thing we weren't late; I didn't want to keep the board waiting, and I certainly didn't want them to have any negative impressions of me. I noticed Lauren seated in the distance, also clapping and smiling. Despite her smile, Lauren remains intimidating, as if her smile carries a different meaning, and it seems like I've done something wrong.
• As it was my first day at Marcus' company, I was careful with every move I made.