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She seemed pretty capable, too.

That much Noreen could tell from the dull ache lingering in her muscles today.

Clearly, the guy hadn’t held back…

After washing up, Noreen called Jennifer.

The phone rang for ages before someone finally picked up–a deep, unfamiliar voice. It was Jennifer’stest boy toy, saying she was still asleep, worn out fromst night.

Sounded like they’d had quite the marathon themselves.

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Nearly two hourster, Jennifer finally returned the call. Her voice was hoarse.

Noreen wasted no time getting the details onst night.

Jennifer groaned, “How would I know? I was way too busy. I don’t even remember when you left.”

That only made Noreen more confused.

Could she really have called the male model herself?

“Noreen, did you think the drinksst night tasted a little… off?” Jennifer sounded suspicious. “You think they spiked them? I’ve run into this before–some clubs doctor the drinks so guests get wild and spend more money. Total scam.”

“And you can’t even prove it. You just end up having to suck it up.”

Noreen was silent.

So they’d been set up.

Well, that club was going straight to her cklist.

Later, Noreen ordered some medication online–just in case. She couldn’t remember much and wasn’t even sure if the guy had used protection.

The doctor had said her chances of getting pregnant were low, but Noreen wasn’t about to take any risks. She took the morning–after pill anyway.

It was well into the afternoon by the time she made it to the office. As soon as she arrived, Matthew Cole came looking for her.

He told her he’d scheduled another meeting with Mr. Brooke from the Brooke Group to discuss a potential partnership.

The Brooke Group specialized in insurance, and their customer service could easily be optimized through InnoCore’s tform.

Plus, they’d justunched a sessful hotline project with the government. With that case study under their belt, their pitch was even more convincing.

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Since this was a business deal, Noreen put her full attention on it. She wasn’t about to let her personal opinion of Henry get in the way.

Keeping work and private life separate–that was her rule.

This time, Matthew had even picked a Japanese restaurant, knowing it was Henry’s favorite.

But the two of them waited from seven to nine, and Henry never showed up.

Matthew tried calling Henry several times, but got no answer.

Finally, Noreen waved over the waiter and asked for the check.

She turned to Matthew, “Don’t bother calling again. If he’s not interested in working with us, there’s no point wasting our time.”

Matthew looked embarrassed, clearly hadn’t expected Henry to stand them up–twice now.

Noreen reassured him, “You did your best for thepany. Don’t me yourself.”

Meanwhile, Henry was having dinner with Bianca.

He was in a great mood, even took the time to crack open crab legs for her.

“This ce flies in all its seafood fresh from overseas. Try it–it’s really good.”

Bianca took a bite, nodding in approval. “You’re right, it’s delicious.”

Henry smiled, clearly enjoying himself. “So what made you want to go out to dinner tonight?”

“You’ve been so busytely. I finally wrapped up a big project and had time, so I wanted to treat you.”

She nced at him yfully. “What, you didn’t want toe?”

“Are you kidding? If you invite me, I’ll always make time,” Henry replied without hesitation.

That made Bianca smile.

Truth was, she’d asked Henry out on a whim–after she found out Noreen was trying tond a partnership with him.

Noreen always liked to steal projects, didn’t she?

Well, two could y at that game.

This time, Bianca was determined not to lose.