Chapter 18

“Liam!” Emerald exclaimed when she looked up to see who entered her office. Behind the man was Daryl, who excused himself since he had to meet Jace and Kyle.

“Hi,” the man replied, smiling, and walked closer to her.

“When did you arrive?” she asked as she got up from her seat to meet him.

“I just did. I went here as soon as I left the airport.”

“You should have told me that you’re coming. Creep would have got you.”

“I know how busy he is, so I just help myself.” Liam replied, “And I think you are too.” he added, but Emerald shook her head.

“Nothing that I can’t manage.”

“As always.”

“Have a seat,” Emerald said, motioning to the couch not far from them. She was tense because she knew Jace would be talking to Daryl in their meeting room. She also knew that once her assistant told them about the rejection, her ex-husband would never agree.

“I think you already have an idea why I’m here,” he said.

“Don’t tell me–”

“Not exactly, but I have a lead.”

“Can we discuss this at home? You didn’t