Chapter 56. Finding Willow (9)

Nicholas’s POV

I considered Francis like a second brother.

And he knew just how to irritate me and push my buttons as only a brother could. “What?”

I demanded after he remained silent and sat there sporting a smile.

“I just came by to see how you are.” I reached over and knocked his feet off my desk before flipping through some reports.

“I’m fine.”

“You’ve missed three meetings this week and Geoffrey says you are moodier than usual. What’s going on?”

I was going to beat Geoffrey’s ass. “Nothing’s going on.”

Just about that time, a text came from Virgil.

[We’re on the plane. Took off 20 minutes ago.]

I couldn’t help the smile plastered on my face.

Francis crossed his arms over his chest and raised his eyebrow when I glanced over. I forgot he was even there. I knew I’d never get him to leave unless I gave him something.

“There is something going on, but…” I sighed at his concerned expression. “It’s not bus