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With a grudge, Stella trailed Clarence into the conference room. Jude was also present. He smiled gently, warmly, at Stella when he finally met her gaze. Despite her unpleasant attitude, Stella felt considerably better when she saw his smile and returned the favor.

Clarence recorded the brief exchange. As a result, his breath become chilly. After arriving, Jeff and Ava were picked up by Vice President Jude .

As a result, when Stella spotted Jude , she noticed Jeff and Ava seated next to him. Jeff sat there as icily as he had yesterday, as though he could not see anyone. He looked down, studying the contents. He saw it until Stella stepped in, at which point he looked up at her and nodded.

Stella gave him a nod, then turned to face Ava .

Clarence was breathing a puff of rage at the moment. What a well-liked woman. People would greet her wherever she was. She ought to be pleased.

Clarence sat down and tugged at the table with his fingers, saying, "Coffee."

With a nod, Stella s