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"Alright," he says slowly, clearly filing away that piece of information for later scrutiny.

"Make any headway with Hargraves yet?" I ask.

He shakes his head. "Same old story every time I call."

"Keep calling," I say. "Until he says 'no,' don't stop."

"Good lessons for business and dating," Jason says, chuckling at his own joke.

"Excuse me for a sec," I say, sensing my phone vibrating in my pocket. I step out, leaving Jason with his spreadsheets and his twisted humor.

Chapter Twenty-Six

Lawrence

Lawrence

Hey guys, need to give you a heads up about this weekend’s charity event. I’m introducing my new fiancée there.

Victor

Wait, what?! Fiancée? When did this happen?

Roman

LOL you’ve got to be kidding me, right?

Sebastian

Lawrence, please tell me you’re joking.

Lawrence

Not kidding. It’s for appearances only.

Just wanted to let you know so you’re not surprised.

Roman

Dude, who is this woman? Is she even real?

Victor

Yeah, is she a robot you designed, Seb?

Sebastian

Haha, very funny. But seriously, who is she?

Lawrence

She’s an environmentalist protestor.

Roman

?? You’re engaged to a tree hugger?

Victor

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