Chapter: 2022

Ms. Davis, you're the most stunning woman I've encountered."

"Thank you," Rachel replied curtly, her interest in further discourse with Mr. Willy minimal.

Undeterred by Rachel's composed demeanor, Barrett persisted eagerly, "Did you know? The Gibson family, present at this evaluation, hails from your homeland. Having immigrated to Watchland from Apliaria decades ago, they've since risen to prominence as Trevinia's foremost family."

Rachel maintained her silence.

Barrett was on the brink of continuing when, abruptly, the conference room door swung open from the exterior.