Chapter 202

Claire's POV "Alpha Cyrus," he greeted, then looked at me with unveiled curiosity. "Jason, this is Claire Pierce, our new Special Projects Manager," Cyrus introduced. "Claire, this is Jason, my Beta." "Nice to meet you," I offered. Jason's handshake was firm. "I know, you're the one who came for the interview the other day." I smiled. "Get Claire a drink," Cyrus instructed Jason. "I need to greet a few people." As Cyrus moved away, Jason led me to the drinks table. "What's your poison?" "Just water for now," I said. "I like to keep my wits about me in new situations." Jason handed me a bottled water. "Smart. Though you're perfectly safe here." I took a sip. "So what's it like being Beta to Cyrus?" "Challenging but rewarding," Jason replied. "He demands excellence but gives loyalty in return." He studied me with interest. "You know, there are already rumors flying about why he hired you." "Let me guess," I sighed. "Either I'm sleeping with him or I'm some kind of spy?" Jason laughed. "T