Chapter 74. Keep My Baby

Reese

We arrived at Los Angeles airport fifteen minutes later, and the flight to Oakland airport took only about an hour.

“What is the purpose of this meeting?” I asked. As soon as I entered the building where the meeting was to take place, I caught sight of Flora. She greeted me with a tight hug and a kiss on the cheek. She had been in Oakland for nearly a week, attending to some important matters she needed to settle.

“Well, I spoke with an executive from Victoria’s Secret, and they want you on their team for the upcoming event. Isn’t that amazing?” she exclaimed excitedly as she grasped both of my hands. “I’m thrilled at the thought of you becoming the next Victoria’s Secret Angel, joining the ranks of Adriana Lima, Riley.”

Rather than bringing excitement, Flora let me down again. “I’m sorry, Flora, but you should have consulted me first…”

“But why? Aren’t you pleased with this good news?” she inquired, arching a flawless eyebrow. “You’re rece