They say time flies when you're having fun. Maybe that's why the clock's hands seemed stuck in place, even though the second hand kept ticking away endlessly.
Killian was running out of patience with the elderly couple in front of him, especially Hestia, who wouldn't stop talking. However, he wasn't a senior secretary at Synders Corporation for nothing. For over two hours, Killian maintained his professional smile and adeptly responded to the relentless stream of questions from Hestia and Harry.
"Are Mr. Creighton and Mrs. Jane doing well in the capital?" Hestia asked as she poured more tea for Killian. In honor of hosting James' personal secretary, Hestia had brought out the premium tea set specially ordered by Jane and brewed chamomile tea imported directly from London. She wanted Killian to enjoy his time while chatting with them.
