Chapter 58

"Please compose yourself!" Aaron chided Esther. Sierra gently tugged Aaron's sleeve. "Let's go. It's late, and we still have many things to do tomorrow." They both turned to leave. Esther was left standing on the spot, her face livid. "Aaron!" she screamed behind them. "Have you guys prepared for the press conference tomorrow?" Aaron didn't look back. He only waved his hand to show that he had heard her. When they returned to the car, Aaron said with some embarrassment, "I'm sorry for making you witness something so unpleasant." Sierra shook her head. "It's alright. It was something I expected. Esther couldn't accept that you left, especially when she saw you standing next to me." Aaron sighed. "Thank you. She went too far, saying that to you." "I understand how she feels." Sierra started up the engine. "She lost a good husband, and now stands to lose a core project for her company. She must be under a lot of pressure." Aaron glanced at Sierra, once more filled with admiration