Evelyn's résumé spoke for itself. Years of polished corporate experience had taught her one unbreakable rule. HR first, always.
She arrived early, heels clicking softly against the pristine marble floor, posture composed, expression neutral. The building was still waking up.
Thelma, ever the early bird, was already there. She had her own reporting to do later in the afternoon at Evan's company, but mornings like these were her comfort zone, quiet, controlled, efficient.
What she did not expect was to see Evelyn walk in so early.
"Good morning," Evelyn greeted politely, offering a calm smile. "Miss Cassie appointed me as her personal assistant and asked me to report today."
Thelma studied her, quickly, sharply. Experience recognized experience.
She reached for her phone
