31: Unexpected News

Catherine Trevon entered the room just as Oliver had hurriedly left. Her face was lit up with a radiant smile. "I just saw Oliver rushing out of here. What were you two talking about?" she inquired, her curiosity piqued. "Do you have nothing better to do?" Michael snapped, his expression less than welcoming. It seemed one annoyance had departed, and another had arrived. Completely ignoring Michael's icy demeanor, Catherine placed the folder she was carrying on the table. Today, she had intentionally chosen a captivating perfume, trying to enchant Michael with its fragrance. She took a seat across from him, leaned in closer, and said, "I have something to discuss with you that's not work-related but extremely important." Michael furrowed his brow. He disliked when people interrupted his work for personal matters. If it was so urgent, she could have approached him during his free time instead of barging in while he was immersed in his work. Time was precious to Michael, and h