Heartstrings on Fire

Chapter 814

Agnes sat there, her gaze fixed on the photograph clipped to the file. Her mind seemed to wander far from the conference room where Judson’s voice had been a steady presence

It was Ryder, of all people, staring back at her from the photo

He looked different, transformed almost Dressed to the nines in a tailored suit, his hair combed with military precision, he exuded the aura of a corporate titan.

She was so accustomed to the sight of him in his white lab coat that this new Ryder seemed almost alien to her

Yet, despite the change in attire, one thing remained the same the icy coolness that seemed to radiate from him

“Agnes, what’s wrong? Judson’s voice cut through her reverie, calling her back to the present

had heard every word Judson had said. He wanted her

thought, Agnes refused. “Boss,

of his growing impatience “Why

to focus on making. The Primary Perspective‘ a success, Agnes said, grasping at excuses. “I don’t have the bandwidth for more, and there are plenty of seasoned

ask, but this is a major initiative, high profile, with government backing. The Thomas Group has

to our network

if it’s such a high–stakes project, surely it’s all the more reason not to send a rookie like me, Agnes countered, playing her last card. “I’ve only

you by name, I wouldn’t

heavy settle in Agnes

By name”

uncomfortable as he continued, “Look, Agnes, I need you to step up here. It’s a high–priority project, good for the country, good for the people And I’ve touched base with them, it won’t be too demanding. The Thomas Group’s HQ

start

couldn’t refuse without good reason, especially if it was a direct request. And Agnes had her own masons

I do the interview this