She stiffened. “I was just getting the updated media schedule from Ryder and Frasier. They said Mark asked them to confirm dates with me.”
Ryder nodded. “Relax, we’re being helpful. Very supportive of the new assistant you’ve been hiding from us.”
“I haven’t been hiding her,” I said.
Ryder smirked. “Right. That’s why she lives in your backyard, and we found out through the team group chat. Live-in assistant, huh? Didn’t think you’d ever admit you needed that much help.”
Frasier looked Aspen up and down, more curious than rude. “You didn’t say she was cute.”
Aspen inhaled sharply and almost dropped the tablet.
My teeth clenched. “Don’t talk about her like she’s not standing right here.”
Frasier lifted his hands. “I’m just saying, you’ve upgraded your life. Good house. Good career. Go
