Chapter 26 A Tightness in His Chest

"I will, Cordelia. I'll come first thing in the morning," Jeanette said. Cordelia offered a few more reminders before she ended the call with a sigh. Jeanette checked the time. Her meeting with Simon was coming up soon, so she hailed a cab. When she arrived, she saw Simon waiting for her. The moment he saw Jeanette, the tension drained from his face, and his gaze softened. Jeanette sat across from him, and he slid a neatly prepared folder across the table. "I've shortlisted a few locations for the company. Want to take a look?" She nodded and scanned the list. Simon clearly knew his stuff. Every location seemed perfect. After a careful read, she pointed to the Ashmont District in Northside. The price was fair, the location was convenient, and best of all, it was far from William's offices. There would be no risk of running into him. She told him her choice, and Simon smiled. "Exactly what I was thinking. Jean, I guess I know you a little too well." She gave him a faint smile a