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

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

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

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

better if you could be as kind to yourself

eyes lit up, an idea suddenly

world for a long time. I’m sure

phone

she could press the call button,

are you doing?” she asked,

to take

not going to do anything weird.

raised further

annoyance started to

me. Are you doing this on

Brandon

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

to her side, stopping their attempt to get her

do you

to research your client’s background before

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