Janet’s face visibly fell at the mention of Carly’s commission.

Losing an order hadn’t been a big deal—she had been in the business long enough to know better than letting these things get to her.

What upset her were the sharp words of the reporters.

She knew that the old lady had been hurt.

The situation brought Hannah to the surface of her mind.

The old woman reminded Janet of Hannah, the same innocence found in her eyes.

Even their hurt expressions mirrored each other’s.

A sinking feeling settled on Janet’s chest.

The shift in her mood didn’t escape Brandon.

He ran a gentle hand through her hair, trying to comfort her.

“Don’t let it bother you. Your designs are amazing. You know that better than anyone. There is no doubt your studio will be a success.”

“It’s not that. I’m not really bothered that I lost the order.”

sigh, her chin

hurt the old lady. I feel so bad for her.” Brandon’s hand

suddenly do this.” Janet stubbornly shook her head, refusing to rid

is my fault. I should have driven those reporters away sooner. If I had, this wouldn’t have happened.” Brandon sighed

would have been better if you could be as kind to yourself as you are to other people. You’re too hard on

he finished speaking, Janet’s eyes lit up, an idea suddenly coming

for a long time. I’m

took out her phone and

call button,

are you doing?” she asked, furrowing her

to

do anything weird.

hand as the other raised further up, keeping the

started to

give it to me. Are you doing this on purpose?

Brandon

your anger towards Clyde.” Janet didn’t retort, knowing that Brandon had an

hands fell to her side, stopping their attempt

do you have

standard practice to research your client’s background before you

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