The admiring tone in which Lacey spoke to Paul contrasted with her earlier attitude toward him.

However, Celia couldn't shake the feeling that something was off.

With a warm smile, Paul said, "I appreciate your hard work, Miss Powell."

Shaking her head, Lacey corrected him, "Oh, please stop calling me Miss Powell. Oh, and because of what I did to Celia a few days ago, the higher-ups are already discussing demoting me."

Lacey sighed and continued, “And speaking of ...