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

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

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

fault. I should have driven those reporters away sooner. If I had, this wouldn’t have happened.” Brandon sighed at the remorse that

would have been better if you could be as kind to yourself as you are

soon as he finished speaking, Janet’s eyes lit

the fashion world for a long time. I’m

phone and

she could press the call button,

are you doing?” she asked,

stood up, reaching to take

I’m not going to do anything weird. I

the other raised further up, keeping the phone out of her reach fast

started to

this on purpose? You’re acting crazy.

Brandon shook his head

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

hands fell to her side, stopping their

you

“In business, it’s a standard practice to research your client’s background before you go to them and apologize personally as a show

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