Odette raised an eyebrow, a faint laugh escaping her lips. "Of course. Andy is very… accommodating when he wants to be. But you should be careful, Tiara." She stepped closer, lowering her voice. "You wouldn't want anyone to get the wrong idea about why he's so… invested in you."
Tiara's jaw tightened. She knew Odette was trying to rattle her, but she refused to let it work. "Thank you for your concern, Odette," she said, her voice steady. "But I'm confident in my abilities and in Andy's professional judgment."
Odette's smile faded slightly, replaced by a flicker of irritation. "Well, I hope your confidence serves you well. Andy's father has high expectations for him— and for this company."
Tiara held her ground, her gaze unwavering. "I'm sure he does. And I'm committed to meeting those expectations through my work."
