An Old Friendship
She had gone to breastfeed Mia, but when she came out, she felt even more restless. She had no idea what was happening in Adrien's office, but she knew that by this time, Alaric had already arrived.
Would that solve the situation, or would the tense atmosphere persist?
"Valeria, have you already spoken to Alaric? Can we talk for a moment?" Her father invited her into his office and offered her a seat. "How have things been?"
"Chris, I owe you a huge apology. I asked you for something that... I shouldn't have done. I should not have interfered in your business or with the people you manage. That was a mistake on my part. I'm sorry, although I know that won't remedy the damage I caused Alaric Jackson by asking you to intervene. I lied about my motive, and...
"I know. I
