Chapter 44. Getting Hotter

Sarah sat in her office, silent as she watched last night's event recording. A pair of beautiful eyes radiated rage, the veins in her temples standing out against the emotions swirling inside her.

She hadn't expected Cedric to do such a crazy thing last night. Announcing his girlfriend simultaneously with the product launch of a company that was about to capture the world's attention. Sarah was furious and disappointed that Cedric had chosen a commoner over her. Sarah's world came crashing down; she pounded the table and screamed in frustration.

"Damn it!" Sarah rose from the chair. She stomped as she paced the room, looking for a way to relieve her frustration.

Soon, there was a knock on the door.

"Come in!"

"Sorry, ma'am, I'm interrupting," said the man who came in; he was Maurice, Sarah's confidant.

"No, you're not interrupting me," Sarah said flatly. Maurice still stood and bowed his head.

Sarah stared at Maurice, her anger risi