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

hurt the old lady. I feel so bad for her.” Brandon’s hand did not

of knowing that Clyde would suddenly do this.” Janet stubbornly shook

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

better if you could be as kind to yourself as you are to other

finished speaking, Janet’s eyes lit

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

took out her phone

she could press the call button, her

she asked, furrowing

up, reaching to take her phone

to do anything weird. I just want advice from

held her wrist with one hand as the other raised further up, keeping the phone out of

started to

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

acting crazy?” Brandon shook his

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

fell to her side, stopping their attempt to

do you have any

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

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