Chapter 212

Madison

His phone rang, and he answered immediately, launching into a discussion about another project. I took the opportunity to finalize my notes and send emails to the relevant team members regarding the Thornton property adjustments.

The rest of the ride back to the office passed in comfortable silence punctuated by Alexander’s occasional phone conversations.

When we pulled up to the office building, Alexander stepped out first and stood by the car, waiting for me. As we made our way through the bustling lobby, employees nodded respectfully in acknowledgment.

“I have meetings for the rest of the afternoon,” Alexander said as we stepped into the elevator. “I’ll need the Thornton property report on my desk by tomorrow morning.”

“Of course.” I held his gaze for a moment, still feeling the electricity between us from our earlier encounter.

The elevator doors opened, revealing the busy office floor. Alexander stepped out first, immediately s