Millie had wanted to yell at Winston for spamming her with calls. However, she decided to be civil when he brought up the compensation. "I need time to access the funds. Mr. Greer, I thought you knew the procedure.""Transfer the funds tonight," he demanded, sounding displeased.Millie was speechless and wondered if Winston was delusional. It was already nighttime, so how was she supposed to do that when the banks were closed?"I'll wait for you at The Metropolitan," he commanded, causing her heart to drop.She hadn't heard that tone in a while. It transported her to years ago, which evoked feelings of bitterness.In the past, she would go to him without hesitation, despite the distance and the difficulties, as it was her honor to be needed by him.She had always put him before herself, but that didn't earn his respect. Instead, it led to the unfortunate state of their marriage.Looking down, she said, "I have something tonight. I can't meet you. I'll transfer the funds to you t
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