CHAPTER TWENTY-SEVEN The gorgeous blonde stood outside Shad’s office when he approached. “Gloria.” He groaned with the cup of hot coffee stinging his hand. “What are you doing here?” He exchanged greetings with his secretary and got out his office key. “You’re upset with me,” Gloria said. “That’s an understatement.” He unlocked the office. She touched his back, and he turned toward her but not far enough to see her face. “I’m sorry about last night. I feel horrible.” “This isn’t the place to discuss this.” “Can we talk, please? It won’t take long. I gotta be at work in about thirty minutes.” He showed her inside his office. “You could’ve apologized on the phone.” “That’s not the only reason I came, but I am sorry.” “Didn’t expect that from you.” He shook his head, lifting the pla

