THREEAppraisal ‘This is Anastacia, the facility’s practice manager. She effectively runs this place.’ ‘The Director is attempting to flatter me, as per usual, so that he does not lose his successor.’ ‘Did I mention that she is also incredibly sharp?’ ‘No, I do not believe that you did.’ he replied, curious as to the relationship between the pair. ‘Watch your step, young Callum. Anastacia does not miss a trick, nor does she take prisoners.’ The well-presented woman, in her early forties, had long, straight, dark brown hair. Her eyes, a similar colour to her hair, were sharp, assessing his every detail. Her tall, slender frame and professional attire granted her an imposing presence, suggesting that she was not to be trifled with. ‘I manage the day-to-day operations here – nothing

