Chapter 143

Madison

I smoothed down my skirt and took a deep breath, trying to ignore the throbbing between my legs. How was I supposed to focus on work when my body was still humming with unfulfilled needs?

John opened the car door, and Alexander stepped out first, buttoning his suit jacket with practiced ease. I followed, grateful for the moment to compose myself.

“The project meeting starts in ten minutes,” Alexander said, checking his watch. “I need to grab something from my office first. I’ll meet you in the conference room.”

“Yes, Mr. Knight.”

He strode ahead, leaving me to follow at my own pace. I took the opportunity to duck into the restroom, desperate to make myself presentable.

The mirror reflected a woman I barely recognized—flushed cheeks, slightly swollen lips, and eyes still bright with arousal. I splashed cold water on my face, careful not to ruin my makeup, and retrieved my panties from my purse.

“This is insane,” I muttered as I