After looking at them for five minutes, he coughed signaling his presence. Halle jumped up, dropping the book in her hands. They both stared at each other for a while, Elijah looked between the two of them curiously.
“Hey, dad.” Elijah squeaked.
Lachlan knelt beside the boy and ruffled his hair, “How are you, man? I’m sorry I reacted that way the last time we spoke. It wasn’t meant to go that way.”
“It's fine, dad. I’m sorry too.” Elijah twisted in hands as he apologized.
Lachlan stood up to address Halle, “Ms. Halle.”
“I apologize for my big mouth and annoying you, Mr. Gray.” Halle spoke in her usual soft manner.
“Call me Lachlan. Apology accepted. I think we should have that interview now. Let’s head to my own study.”
“Alright Sir. I’ll be back Elijah.”
“You do you, Ms. Halle.” E
