Chapter 20

The golden glow of the sunset filtered through the glass dome of the exhibition hall and spilled onto the polished floor. Leon watched Zoey as she studied the exhibits before saying, "By the way, we can go ahead with the contract." Zoey froze for a second before hastily unzipping her purse. The folder she pulled out was perfectly neat and crease-free. "Mr. Crawford, you really are a man of your word." Leon took the contract and the pen she offered. "I'm impressed, Ms. Silvain. I can't believe you were carrying the contract on you at all times. That kind of dedication is rare. "Have you ever thought about jumping ship? I'll pay you more than Ms. Knowles does." Zoey couldn't help but burst into laughter. "You flatter me. I'm just used to being well prepared." "Now, I'm curious." Leon set the pen down and looked straight into her eyes. "Why did a talent like you suddenly leave your home country, Ms. Silvain?" As soon as his words fell, the air in the room shifted, and tension cree