~Joanna
Mr. Austin," he said, "I wasn't aware you two were acquainted."
"Yes, we're neighbors," Lanre said smoothly, flashing me a tight smile. "We just moved into the same neighborhood a few weeks ago."
Mr. Dilglere nodded, his expression relaxing slightly. "Ah, I see," he said. "Well, welcome to the neighborhood, Miss Benjamin. I hope we'll see you around the office often."
"Thank you," I said, my voice shaky and uncertain.
As Lanre turned to leave the room, his smile disappeared, replaced by a look of cold fury.
I made my way down the hall, my hands shaking slightly. I had been offered the job, but I was far from relieved. Lanre's presence in the office was a complication I hadn't expected.
As I stepped into the elevator, my thoughts raced. Lanre didn't care about me deciding to
