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Bumping into Barbara Collins

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Emily’s POV.

“I have a confession to make,” I announce, once I get Christopher’s attention.

Christopher’s brows furrow in confusion with a hint of impatience in his eyes. I bet he just wants me to get on with my confession fast so he can leave.

I slip my hand into my purse and dig for the flash drive and surprisingly, I don’t feel anything. Instantly, fear grips me.

My eyes widen in shock as I quickly shift my attention to my purse, taking out the items in it; lipstick, hand cream, and powder. I feel Christopher’s gaze on me and wonder what he must be thinking about me now.

“I’m sorry, but please give me a minute,” I quickly throw him an apology and continue to frantically dig around my purse.

Out from the corner of my eyes, Christopher leans away from his seat and stands. “Emily, in a minute, I will be out of this office.”

Finally, he can’t put up with me anymore. Invisible tears streak down my cheek with me thinking that my reputation has barely anything left of it.

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