Chapter 34

BRUCE

After days of working behind the clock, we were finally able to get our computer system up and running again. It had been a grueling process and the attack had been a huge blow to the company.

I got to work as early as possible the next morning because I needed to get some work done before the others arrived.

Harley came to my office to return some signed papers.

"How are things going at the office?" I asked.

"Things are going well," Harley replied, his eyes carefully avoiding mine. "I've been keeping busy with a few projects that have come up."

"I heard you had to go home early yesterday," I said. "Harvey told me you weren't feeling well."

"Oh yeah!"

"And how are you feeling today?"

"I've been better!”

I tried to appear casual as we made some small talk. As soon as Harley had left the office, I picked up the phone and dialed Charlotta's number.

"Hello…"

"Come to my office," my voice interrupted her from the other side.

She dropped the phone and opened the adjoining