Cassie inhaled slowly, forcing the air deep into her lungs until the tightness in her chest eased just a little.
If she was being honest with herself, she didn't want Franklin hovering over her anyway. Not today. Not while she was trying to focus. So his sudden need to rush off actually worked in her favor.
"You mentioned you have maids," she said evenly, keeping her voice calm and professional despite the irritation buzzing under her skin. "One of them, or your security, can open the gate, right?"
Franklin was already speeding toward the airport, his engine roaring as he blasted past red lights like traffic laws were optional. His voice crackled through the Bluetooth, sharp and impatient.
"Do you even have a map of my house?" he shot back. "Letting you in is one thing, Cassi
