This wasn't the first time Horrace had ignored her in public. Though disappointed, Chloe wasn't as hurt as before.

Besides, she knew her role tonight was basically that of an escort. Someone as high-ranking as Horrace wouldn't acknowledge someone of her status—that would be beneath him.

Chloe quickly looked away and took her seat with the others.

As the dinner progressed, the hospital executives tried negotiating with Horrace. "Mr. Nash, could you ...