Kimberly's POV
I paced my office like a caged animal, my heels clicking against the hardwood floor. The sound echoed in the quiet room, matching the pounding in my chest. Everything was falling apart, and I couldn't shake the feeling that I was losing control.
A knock at the door made me jump. "Come in," I snapped, trying to compose myself.
Alex slunk in, looking like a scared rabbit. Good. Fear was something I could work with.
"You wanted to see me?" he asked, his voice barely above a whisper.
I plastered on a smile that felt more like baring my teeth. "Alex, darling. So glad you could make it. Please, have a seat."
He perched on the edge of the chair across from my desk, looking like he'd rather be anywhere else. Join the club, buddy.
"So," I said, leaning back in my chair, "any u
