The atmosphere in the office shifted like a storm brewing.
"Vanessa Knight's here," Jacob whispered. "Our big boss. Gorgeous. Ice-cold. Untouchable."
I raised a brow, unconvinced.
Until I saw her.
Vanessa strode in—power personified. Sharp navy suit, crimson lipstick, dark hair pinned in a sleek bun. Her eyes… pure steel.
The office fell silent.
The System practically screamed in my head.
[High-Value Target Detected.]
[New Mission Available Soon.]
My pulse spiked.
Layla elbowed me playfully. "Think your charm works on her, Carter?"
I exhaled slowly, nerves and excitement mixing.
"Guess we're about to find out," I muttered.