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 resting on her

just… what happened today hurt the old lady. I feel so bad

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

It is my fault. I should have driven those reporters away sooner. If I

kind to yourself as you

eyes lit up, an idea suddenly coming

time. I’m sure he

out her phone

could press the call button,

are you doing?” she asked, furrowing

stood up, reaching to take her

do anything weird. I just

raised further up,

started to

it to me. Are you doing this on

crazy?” Brandon

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

stopping

you

standard practice to research your client’s background before you go to them and apologize personally as a

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