In the continued absence of clients, Emma opened the Ongoing Assignments file, preferring to skim through the data before returning to the initial document to begin her analysis. She assumed that her clients had been transferred to one of the others, or else Marcia had taken on the work herself. Colin’s name remained unspoken; no doubt Marcia agreed with the temporary release of her staff for Agency business. Since arriving on the second floor, it had occurred to Emma that her selection for additional duties could have been more to do with her having received special treatment rather than intellect or diligence. Don Hunter’s video submission had secured her a position at Melbourne City PCB, sparing her from a lengthy queue, black-clad TDKs and, most likely, unsuitable employment.
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