From Boardroom to Bedroom

She adjusted her tortoiseshell glasses. “I’m even more nervous now that I know I’m working directly with the boss. But, I promise not to let my nerves get in the way of doing my best work.”

“I hope you’ve saved your best work for me because I need the best.”

“No pressure,” she joked. “I hope I live up to your standards.”

“I have no doubt you’ll do just fine. I’ve seen your résumé. The fact that you work in interior design actually appealed to me because I believe designers look at every detail in all aspects of life and that’s exactly what I need. And, I’m not sure if you’ve heard anything, but I’m not difficult to get along with, though I’ve been told I have a dry sense of humor.”

“I have two older brothers. I’m pretty good with holding my own, no matter the jokes.”

With her honesty and sense of humor, Nigel could see they’d get along just fine...so long as he kept reminding himself this arrangement was professional and temporary.

How many times could he use those two words?

Probably not enough, because he had a feeling he needed to keep those in the forefront of his mind as long as Ms. Andrews worked by his side.

gesturing to the leather chair opposite his desk. “Since I didn’t sit in on the interview process, I’d like to get to know a little about you before we begin our day. Like I said, I’ve seen your résumé, quite impressive,

“I’m flattered.”

They’d interviewed a slew of people for this position, but Nigel had put out very specific requirements. Interesting that

entire cast of Secret Lives consisted of

desk chair. Distance from her would help him keep his head in the game, so would focusing on the sole reason for her employment. He needed a new vision for the show and the only way he could see that happening was to bring in

room for attractions or office escapades. The last thing he needed was a sexual harassment lawsuit. Of course, bad press would drive up ratings, but he wasn’t about to embarrass his family, put his own reputation on the line

his new consultant would be no different. There’s no reason he couldn’t find her attractive

saw you recently moved to New York,”

nodded. “About a month ago. It was time for a

“You came from Texas?”

She eased her purse onto

the drastic change?” he

sadness swept

gathered herself together. “My father recently passed and it made me realize how fragile life is. I’d always wondered what city life was like and I decided