Amara

"Have a seat," he told her.

Amara went over to his desk and sat, breathing deeply again. He put his briefcase down, took off his jacket, and then came to sit opposite her behind his desk.

There was a gentle knock on the door before he could start.

Leo waved his hand in a "come in" gesture.

Becky stepped into the office with their coffees. She informed Leo that Stewart had arrived in Amara’s office and then left.

Amara curled her fingers around the hot mug.

“It’s a pretty standard ...