Ryan's POV
I woke up in a stellar mood despite the late night. Cleaning Serena's apartment wasn't exactly how I'd planned to spend my evening, but seeing her smile—even if it was at my expense—made it worth every damn second.
"Good morning, Mr. Blackwood," Simon greeted me as I walked into my office, looking slightly surprised at my early arrival.
"Morning," I replied, settling behind my desk. "I need you to handle something immediately."
Simon straightened, his expression shifting to professional mode. "Of course, sir."
"Ms. Sophie Hart," I said, my tone hardening at just saying her name. "Have her employment terminated by noon today."
Simon's eyebrows raised just slightly—the most reaction he'd allow himself. "On what grounds, sir?"
"I don't care what reason you gi
