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.”

a sigh, her chin resting on her

just… what happened today hurt the old lady. I feel so bad for her.” Brandon’s hand did

You had no way of knowing that Clyde would suddenly do this.” Janet stubbornly shook her head, refusing

away sooner. If I had, this wouldn’t have happened.” Brandon sighed at the remorse that took

you could be as kind to yourself as you are to other people. You’re too hard on

speaking, Janet’s eyes lit up, an

a long time. I’m sure he must have encountered something similar.

took out her phone and

call button, her phone

doing?” she asked, furrowing

stood up, reaching to

not going to do

as the other raised

annoyance started to

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

acting crazy?” Brandon

thinking straight from your anger towards Clyde.” Janet didn’t retort, knowing that

her side, stopping their attempt to get her phone

do you have

“In business, it’s a standard practice to research your

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