Chapter 5

I lay in bed in my new apartment, tossing and turning.

I stared at the chat screen, reading Ethan's message over and over.

Ethan: [Claire told me today was a mix-up.

[What do you think?]

I looked up the Ford Group's info and stock prices.

The monthly salary and benefits were over ten times what I used to make at my old job.

I asked with careful politeness.

I texted, [Mr. Ford, I'm confident I can handle the Marketing Manager role. Is your company currently hiring for this position?]

I sent over my resume.

I waited anxiously for his reply.