Chapter 7 Unexpected Encounter

• The two colleagues walking beside me stiffened and quickly pressed themselves against the wall, sneaking glances at Emma like she was royalty.
• Emma’s gaze swept across them—but never once landed on me. Her indifference stung more than if she’d acknowledged me. Without a word, she turned and entered the elevator, surrounded by a pack of senior executives like a crowned Luna returning to her throne.
• The elevator doors closed with a soft chime. My colleagues both exhaled deeply.