Chapter 18

It’s been twelve weeks since I met Jake Carrero, and I’m no longer unsure about my overly familiar boss. The forced proximity and grueling demands have carved out an amicable relationship that doesn’t wholly offend me in such a brief time. I find him tolerable, sometimes even amusing. I’d go as far as saying companionable. I maybe even like him a little more than I ever imagined I could.

The full force of my job requirements came upon me in a tidal wave after the Hunter breakfast. Margo had decided to throw me in the deep end, as that was the only way to test my resolve, and she had slowly been receding from the picture until now. Now she is entirely absent.

I run after him to meetings, carrying files and folders, a wealth of information always at my fingertips. Awaiting his commands, I’m always up to speed with every detail he’s dealing with, always involved. He’s an exhausting workaholic with a very hands-on approach, yet I’ve never been happier or more challenged. I’m