Olivia lifted a perfectly plucked eyebrow and aimed it at the janitor. “Well, it just so happens that Ms. Hightower is a close, personal friend of mine,” she half-lied, full-on threatened. “And you can rest assured she’ll be hearing about this—”
The door popped open. The receptionist stuck her head in, a question pulling down the corners of her mouth. “Miss Pembroke?” she said, her gaze alternating between Olivia and the janitor. “They’re ready for you.”
Olivia gathered up her purse and phone, squared her shoulders, and headed for the exit. “You’re very rude,” she observed as she passed.
The door closed behind her, but not quick enough to block his reply.
“Break a leg.” He chuckled.
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