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Emily looked up at him, surprised by the sudden tenderness in his eyes, before a soft blush colored her cheeks.
"I told you... it's my job," she said quietly.
"Doesn't mean I take it for granted," Von replied, his voice firm and sincere. "Now go pack your travel bag. You're sleeping the entire way to Orlando, and that's an executive order."
Emily shook her head with an amused smile. "Yes, boss."
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[1:45 AM — Loading Bay, Kaseya Center]
The arena loading dock was a cavern of diesel fumes, backup beepers, and shouting riggers.
Fourteen fifty three foot semi trucks sat backed against the concrete bays with their hazard lights blinking on as heavy ramps took the brunt of the rolling road cases.
The local crew was stripping the venue down to the bare concrete, loading trusses, lighting racks, and backline steel as quick as they could.
