Chapter 4

I was supposed to join two conference calls this afternoon, but I just couldn't summon the energy to deal with work today. For the first time ever, I decided to blow off my responsibilities and head home early. As soon as HR realized I was gone, they immediately tattled to Holden.

Barely had I stepped through the door when my phone buzzed. It was Holden, and he sounded livid. "Maren, don't you think this is too much? Walking out before the day ends—are you trying to get fired?" he barked, his tone sharp and accusatory.

It's laughable, considering he's the…