Chapter 44 Are You Scared

Cressida arrived ten minutes early at Sutherlin's most exclusive private club. Talon arrived shortly after. He was dressed in a tailored suit that gave him a sharp, capable look. As soon as he walked in, he extended his hand. "Ms. Ashworth, sorry to keep you waiting." She shook his hand, but the contact was brief. Once seated, Talon personally poured Cressida tea, keeping his manner deferential. "First, I need to thank Dr. Sheppard on behalf of my father," he said. "Without her, he might not have survived." "You're too kind, Mr. Jefferson," she responded, raising the cup but not taking a sip. Talon studied her. For some reason, he couldn't shake the feeling that there was something familiar about her. "Forgive me for asking, but what exactly is your relationship with Dr. Sheppard?" "We're friends," Cressida replied, keeping it simple and straightforward. That was enough for him. Since she was a friend of the person who had saved his father's life, he had to show her this respe