Chapter 33

Emily’s POV

“Emily!”

I turned and my mouth almost hit the floor. Oh my god, how do I get out of this mess?

“Sir, sorry, Alex, hmmm, what are you doing here?” I asked as my words slipped all over the place.

Shit, this is messed up.

“What are you doing here? And most importantly with him?” Alex glared at Jace who held my hands.

I tried pulling back but Jace held on tighter.

I wanted the round to open up and swallow me.

This was not happening.

“Hmmm, I was just on my way out. Ava…”

“Do not bring my sister into this.” Alex snapped at me, making me flinch.

“Is this how hasting publishing talks to their employees? Or don’t employees have the right to their own personal life?” Jace asked, his face as calm as the water in a lake.

“I wasn’t talking to you. This is between me and my employee.” Alex countered.

“Work hours are over. She is not your ‘employee’ anymore.” Jace gave Alex a crooked smile and I almos