Chapter 43

"Alex, I'm not here on vacation. I have something seriously important going on, and you being here just messes it all up. So, pack it up and get back home. Now. Seriously!" Samantha looked at him with a frosty stare, already cursing under her breath. Just great. If Alexander caught wind of this, her cover would be blown in seconds. She added quickly, tone sharp, "From this moment on, I don't care who asks—you don't know me, got it? Never met me in your life! You're just... some assistant applicant I didn't end up hiring. That's it." Knock knock knock— Someone rapped on the office door. Samantha walked over and opened it. Standing there was the receptionist, grinning from ear to ear. "Hi, Ms. Jordan!" she chirped, though her eyes were glued dreamily to Alex beside her. "Hey there, Alex." "Hello, ladies!" Alex flashed his signature adorable grin, that boyish charm instantly melting the receptionist—and the small crowd of girls behind her—into puddles. Samantha didn't even try to hide her