#Chapter 10 - The Invitation

I stand up quickly, pushing him away. “I’m your attorney, Timothy,” I snap angrily. “I could lose my job, which, by the way, is already hanging by a very thin thread.” “But,” he chuckles, “After this is all over, we can try again?” This time, the blow knocked the air from my lungs. “No, Timothy,” I rasp. “Whatever happened, is done. It’s not like you’re missing out anyways. There are plenty of women who would kill to have a chance with you. Most of them are much more fitting for you and your lifestyle.” He nods, swiping his thumb quickly across his nose. “Right,” he says tiredly. “Congratulations by the way.” “For what,” I ask, frowning at him. “For making it here,” he answers, laughing softly. His eyes wander around the meeting room. “This is what you always wanted, right? To make it as a hotshot rookie lawyer?” I stammer, shifting uncomfortably on my feet. I had never told him this is my dream. At least, I didn’t remember that I did. It scares me to think about what ha