Chapter 265

Madison

After the meeting, I headed back to my PA desk, juggling thoughts about project timelines and wondering what Alexander’s schedule looked like for the afternoon. I’d barely settled in when my phone buzzed with a text from the hospital confirming Mom’s discharge time.

I knocked on Alexander’s office door, hearing his deep “Come in” before entering.

He sat behind his massive desk, phone pressed to his ear, but his eyes immediately locked with mine. He held up one finger, signaling me to wait while he finished his call.

“Yes, that’s correct. I expect those numbers by the end of the day.” He hung up, setting the phone down with deliberate precision. “Madison. How was the project meeting?”

“Productive. We’re on schedule.” I approached his desk, placing a folder in front of him. “These need your signature.”

He flipped through the documents, signing each with quick, confident strokes. “I received some interesting information this morning.”<