Chapter 29

Jason didn’t say anything. Just then, Ben stepped in. “President, the emergency meeting’s starting. We can’t stall any longer.” That finally got Jason moving. He stood up and left with Ben. Right before he left, he leaned close to Denise’s ear and whispered, “Watch yourself. Don’t go looking for trouble.” Obviously, he was talking about Ryan. But to Denise, Jason’s warning was just plain weird. What’s it to him how she handled things? He seriously needs to mind his own business! As Denise walked out of the cafeteria, she spotted Ryan again and immediately turned around without thinking. “Denise, wait!” Ryan called out, chasing after her. “Ryan, I told you everything that needed to be said the other day. Why are you still pushing this?” Denise looked tired and frustrated. “Denise, I really like you. Believe it or not, it’s the truth. And I’ve already told Cleo—there’s nothing between us. The one I like is you.” “Sorry.” Denise had no interest in dragging this out any longer. She stepped