CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND FORTY THREE - The Night Echoes with Secrets

"It all happened so fast," Emma said, her eyes wide with false modesty. "I hope you don't mind, Logan. I know it might be a bit awkward, given our history, but I promise to keep things strictly professional." Logan, to his credit, looked as uncomfortable as Deonna felt. "Of course, Emma. We're all adults here. I'm sure we can handle this maturely." As Emma left, Deonna turned to Logan, her eyes blazing. "Did you know about this?" Logan held up his hands defensively. "Honestly, Deonna, I had no idea. But what could I do? If the board approved her hire, my hands are tied." Deonna sighed, knowing he was right but hating the situation nonetheless. Over the next few weeks, Emma's presence seemed to be everywhere. Deonna would turn a corner and find her deep in conversation with Logan's childhood friend and CFO, Jack. Or she'd overhear Emma regaling a group of employees with stories of her and Logan's college days. At a company charity gala, Deonna watched from across the room as Emma