After months in the audit department, Sophia had noticed something: her colleagues were all perceptive, sharp-eyed observers who knew everything—but they were far too professional for idle gossip. Petty rumors simply weren't worth their time.
"Sadie, honestly—what's your impression of Ethan?" Though the department avoided gossip, Sophia wasn't fishing for office drama. She genuinely wanted to know.
"You expect me to criticize Mr. Whitman right in front of his wife?" Sadie laughed warmly. "But between us? He's everything you'd want in a CEO—bold, brilliant, and razor-sharp. Just imagine how extraordinary his child would be!"
That last comment was delivered with a knowing look straight at Sophia.
A flush crept up her neck and burned her cheeks.
Lately, she could practically feel the ent
