CHAPTER 15
THE ASSISTANT
“What’s this?”
Charlotte tiptoed into my office carrying a cupcake on a plate. The cupcake had two candles stuck into the middle, and Selena was behind her, holding out an individual-sized bottle of champagne. I’d turned twenty-six three days ago, but I hadn’t told a soul.
“I know Brax said no parties in here, but it’s your two-month anniversary, and none of us thought you’d make it this far, so…”
“Except me!” Selena squeaked, putting the bottle down on my desk. “I won the pool for the very first time.”
The pool? I’d forgotten about the freaking pool. I quickly moved the bottle to a coaster and stood.
“You all thought I’d quit that soon?”
“Well, yes.” Charlotte nodded. “After you accused Brax of driving a p***s extension, I bet on three days.”
A gasp escap
