Chapter 94

Clara's POV

I should have known this moment would come. "Now," Marcus demanded as I remained frozen on the spot.

I listened to his orders, making my way to Derek's penthouse.

Luke opened the door. He pointed out that Derek was in his office. He looked at me pitifully as I continued walking.

His door to his office had been left open. I observed him working behind his desk before deciding to walk in.

His head shot up as he saw me walking in.

He motioned for me to close the door, which I did.

He left his seat, keeping his gaze on me the entire time.

"You wanted to see me," I said, breaking the silence.

He hesitated and then placed in front of me.

He finally stopped, pointing a finger. "I thought you must have been dead. That someone had run you over with a bus or that someone had shipped you off to Dubai. Why were you ignoring my messages?" Derek asked, crossing his arms.

I opened my mouth to speak, but he cut me off. "Don't say you were late for work because I know you clocked in befor