Layson had been watching Adela from the car window, his gaze sharp and unreadable. As she stepped out of the Walton Enterprises building, he gave Barnes a slight nod.
“Bring her over,” he said simply.
Barnes immediately exited the car and approached Adela, who hesitated as he neared her. She hadn’t anticipated this. Although she had planned to meet Layson later in the evening, she wasn’t prepared for it to happen so abruptly.
“Miss,” Barnes said politely, gesturing toward the sleek black car parked a few meters away. “Mr. Norman is waiting for you.”
Adela glanced at the car, her stomach twisting with nerves. She bit her lip, trying to steel herself. “Alright,” she murmured, stepping toward the vehicle with hesitant steps.
Sliding into the car, she was immediately enveloped by the quie
