Chapter 399

Tessa glanced at Stephen. "When did I ever say I wanted her fired? I didn't make an appointment, and she was just doing her job. It's rare to find staff who take their responsibilities seriously. Don't be so quick to threaten someone's job." A smile played at the corners of Stephen's lips. His voice was gentle. "Alright." Maisy finally breathed a sigh of relief. The knot in her chest loosened at last. Stephen remained seated next to Tessa, trying to find ways to keep the conversation going. "A new restaurant just opened at Grandwell Center. Want to try it together sometime?" "No. I've been really busy lately," came Tessa's response. "Even busy people still need to eat." "The Grandwell Center is too far. It's a waste of time going back and forth." "Fair point," Stephen said, then paused. "What about this weekend? A friend of mine just opened a hot spring resort in Willow Heights. Want to relax for a bit?" Tessa replied coolly, "I have to meet a client in Haverford this weekend.