Chapter 44. The Escalating Danger

“I see you haven’t gone through the envelope. You were in such a hurry to let me know you have made up your mind.” Rowan teased.

“What card, Rowan?” Amanda asked impatiently, ignoring his tease.

“You have the envelope with you Amanda. Just take a look.” Rowan exclaimed.

Amanda nodded even though Rowan could not see her. “And you have the week to yourself, Amanda.” Rowan added.

“What!” Amanda exclaimed. “You are firing me to be your girlfriend?”

“No,” Rowan scoffed. “I am just giving you the rest of the week off. No stress week. A pregnant woman should not be stressed.

“I am not pregnant, Rowan,” Amanda snapped.

“You are supposed to be. So take the remaining days off.” Rowan said.

“Today is just Tuesday. What will I be doing?” Amanda exclaimed in frustration.

“Trust me you will be busy” Rowan said softly. “And please go through those documents. I don’t want my head down on Friday.”

Amanda dropped the phone and grabbed the en