CHAPTER FIFTY TWO - A CALCULATED RISK

"I wouldn't know," Ava replied crisply, turning back to her computer screen Leo slid into the chair beside her desk, propping his feet up. "Oh, come now. You're not still being the good little secretary, are you? Sooner or later, he's bound to let you in on the family drama." Ava shot him a withering look. She despised the way Leo always seemed to be mocking her, treating her like a clueless child instead of a valued employee. Before she could respond, however, the office door opened and the two men emerged. Jonathan looked coolly satisfied, while Max seemed to be struggling to maintain his composure. Ava rose quickly as they approached. "Ava, clear my schedule for the rest of the day," Max said tightly. He threw a disdainful look at his brother. "Jonathan and I...have some family matters to discuss." "Of course, Mr. Bennett," Ava replied, trying to keep her expression neutral. She couldn't help but notice the way Max's hands were clenched into fists at his sides. As the brothers