Page 11 of The Wrong Husband

"In case Damian's ready and asks for me, let him know I'll be back shortly."

She didn't reply and went back to her computer.

Whatever indeed. What had I ever done to this woman that she was being so rude? Or maybe she was going through something in her life? Maybe snapping at me made her feel better. More power to her then!

I used the bathroom and then hurried out in case Damien was done with whatever he was doing in his office. I didn't want to inconvenience him.

I was outside the lobby in the hallway when I saw Bianca. I quickly hid behind a large plant.

"Bianca," Devi greeted.

I peeked through the leaves of the plant. They hugged and did the air kiss-kiss thing.

"Is he in?"

"Yeah, in a phone meeting but he always wants to see you."

Bianca strolled into Damian's office, and I breathed a sigh of relief.

I couldn’t let Bianca see me. She'd have a ton of questions. I decided to leave and text Damian that he should reschedule our appointment.

Before I could move, I heard Damian's voice.

"Sorry, Bianca. Next time, call me so I can make sure I'm free."

"Damian, I—."

"I have a meeting."

I peeked from behind my plant, feeling like a creepy stalker.

She moved to kiss him, and I bit my lower lip. Damian moved his face and Bianca's lips skimmed his cheek.

"We need to talk," she choked out. "Don't do this to us."

His smile was tight when he walked her out. "We'll talk later."

He stood by the elevator with Bianca and then ushered her in. Before he could go back into his office I stepped out from behind the plant.

"You're late," he barked.

I frowned. "I was here a half hour ago. I've been waiting."

Damian frowned. He grabbed my arm. "Come on in then."

"Hey." I pulled my hand away. No need to be a freaking Neanderthal.

He sighed as if realizing his behavior was unwarranted. I picked up my backpack and slung it on one shoulder.

"Devi, I told you to let me know when Emilia got here."

"You had that phone meeting, and I didn't want to disturb you." She was all smiles now, big ones.

Damian narrowed his eyes. "I specifically told you to disturb me as soon as Emilia got here."

"I'm sorry, Damian. I was waiting for you to finish your call."

He shook his head. "Next time Emilia is here, send her in. Don't make her wait."