Chapter 14

I set the file box on the nearby desk and asked, "Connections? Backdoor dealings?" Nicholas snorted. "Everyone knows you're Ms. Sherwood's husband. Isn't that a connection?" "I've been her husband for a while now. If I wanted to steal a project from your department, I wouldn't have waited until today to make my move." Then, I cleared the clutter on the table. "Since no one is sitting here, I'll take this spot." Nicholas stood in my way with a smirk of contempt plastered on his face. "I'm sorry, Mr. Richardson. There's a seat for everyone at the table in our department, and we don't have any extra seats for you. Honestly, I think the best place for you would be on Ms. Sherwood's lap." Laughter erupted around us, and collective amusement filled the air. I wondered how Luna would react if she heard this. Though our marriage was strained, I wouldn't let them mock her. I knew the sales department was rough around the edges, but I never imagined they could be so disrespectful and rude