After that day, Klaus returned to New York to handle some business at the company headquarters.
"If you want to stay here a few more days, I'll have Paul keep an eye on things," he had offered.
Elena declined the offer of extra protection. After spending a few days idling at home, she decided to meet with Leanna one more time before heading back.
She fully expected to be refused, but surprisingly, Leanna agreed to meet her for lunch.
"I figured you'd flat-out refuse, given you wouldn't even turn to me for help," Elena said, cutting straight to the chase.
"I reached out to your fiancé instead. He's far more effective than you. What difference does it make who I ask?" Leanna replied, casually twirling her hair. "But I doubt you came here to discuss something so dull, did you?"
"No." El
