#Chapter 36- Trusting

Fiona Ethan looks over the report again, slower this time, taking in every little thing printed on the papers, and I can tell his anger is rising. Ryan shakes his head when I step around the desk, but I take the chance and lay my hand on Ethan’s arm. He doesn’t move, so I squeeze his bicep in what I hope is a comforting gesture. I’m not sure what’s going on, but if I can help him calm down, I want to. “Trust me, Ethan. I would never submit something so absurd. Anyone with a hint of intelligence would know that submitting a withdrawal request within a contract is a disaster. I followed your written instruction and Ryan’s notes exactly, so this report shouldn’t exist,” I tell him, trying to put as much confidence in my tone as possible. Turning, Ethan studies me. Green eyes sweep over my face and down my body, observing me. The concentration in his gaze makes me shiver, but I still squeeze his arm again, silently pleading with him to trust me. The decision he plans to make,