Chapter 4
Dallas, Texas
Suzanne stood facing the floor-to-ceiling windows that covered one wall of her large office and gazed out at the Dallas skyline. One sigh followed another as she picked at her fingernails, making a mess out of her latest manicure. She hated this part of her job. Why do I have to discipline? She exhaled another deep sigh. Why couldn’t everyone just do what they were told? Especially Jeff. Why do I keep listening to his excuses? She slammed her fist against her leg and quickly plopped into her chair. Why didn’t she just fire him?
Leaning toward her intercom, Suzanne buzzed her secretary. “Melanie, send Jeff in now, would you please?” Sitting back in her chair, Suzanne braced herself for the confrontation.
Jeff Davidson casually walked into Suzanne’s office, stood
