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.”

heaved a sigh, her chin resting

hurt the old lady. I feel so bad for

of knowing that Clyde would suddenly do this.” Janet stubbornly shook her head, refusing to

I had, this wouldn’t have happened.” Brandon sighed at the

been better if you could be as kind to yourself as you are to other people. You’re

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

world for a long time. I’m sure he must

phone and

before she could press the call button,

asked, furrowing

to take

going to do anything weird. I just want

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

started to

it to me. Are you doing this on purpose? You’re acting crazy. It’s just a phone

Brandon shook his head

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

hands fell to her side, stopping their attempt to get

you

said confidently, “In business, it’s a standard practice to research your client’s background before you go to them and

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