Chapter 1784

Behind the desk, Mason saw it was Avery and immediately smiled, getting to his feet. "You made it." As he walked over, Avery's expression darkened even more. She shoved the file at him. "You've been too clingy these last couple of days." Mason set the file aside and smiled. "Who says? I just want to have lunch with you." Avery looked at him. If she hadn't known about Juliet—or their resemblance—she might have fallen for his sweet talk. Now, no matter what he said, a voice in the back of her mind warned her not to overthink or get her hopes up. Avery went to the large conference table, seeing a few thermal boxes set out. As she reached to open them, Mason stepped in to help. So, she pulled her hand back, dropped her chin on the table, and watched him do the work. Mason glanced over and saw her slumped over with her head resting on her arms. He chuckled, thinking she looked pretty cute. When he had set everything out, Avery straightened up and picked up her fork. Just as she was a