“Ms. Warner is part of the executive team,” Roman replied smoothly. “She’s here in her official capacity.”

Blair watched Dan’s face carefully, noting the flash of anger that crossed it. His gaze dropped to her engagement ring, and his expression hardened further.

“Who I have with me at any meeting is completely up to me and not up for debate. Also, not the reason we find ourselves in this meeting. We’re here to discuss the two hundred and seventeen thousand dollars that’s ...