Chapter 16

Jane’s Pov

"Of course, Mr. Bryan. I'll be there shortly," I replied, my mind racing with curiosity and a tinge of anxiety.

What could be so urgent that he needed to speak with me on a weekend morning?

I hastily got dressed, my mind swirling with thoughts about the unexpected call. Did it have anything to do with my new job? Or was it something entirely unrelated, a new challenge or responsibility at my current workplace?

The possibilities played out in my mind like scenes from an unpredictable movie.

I hastily got dressed and left to go to the office without telling anybody.

As I entered Mr. Bryan's office, he greeted me with a warm smile that did little to ease my apprehension.

"Jane, please have a seat," he said, gesturing to a chair across his desk.

I complied, my eyes meeting his expectant gaze. "What did you want to talk to me about, Mr. Bryan?" I asked, my voice steady despite the fluttering nerves in my stomach.

Mr. Bryan leaned forward, his expressi