Genevieve knew Austin would reach out, but she hadn't expected it to be this soon. As the scenery outside the window blurred past, she let out a cold laugh. "Austin, calling me behind Summer's back like a pathetic beggar? You really are pathetic." Pathetic. Austin had used that exact word to describe her back then, and now she was throwing it right back in his face. Silence stretched on the other end. Genevieve knew Austin was battling his own pride. She knew how crucial this opportunity was for him, and she knew just how desperately he cared about his reputation. Leaning against the car window, she let out a soft chuckle. "You know what? This opportunity was originally meant for you." Six months ago, Austin had returned home frustrated after being mistreated by the Hayes family. He h

