#Chapter 46-War Wages On

A few days later while at work, Derek calls me into his office. I don’t think twice about it, but when I hear what he wants us to do, I can’t help but drop my jaw. “A project with you?” “As partners. Not as your boss.” “Is that a thing?” “I do projects with others all the time. This time, I’m asking you because not only do you deserve something good to come your way, but you also deserve it after the Max incident.” Cue the shivers running down my back. “But we’re going to get you involved in one the projects that just came across my desk. You do want this opportunity, right?” His eyebrow raises. “Of course,” I state automatically. “You know me. This job is important to me.” “I know it is. And a project with me will garner the attention of the other suits in the business.” “You’re not wrong there.” Derek holds out a file to me with his gentle smile dancing on his lips. “So, you’re in?”