Claire's POV

"Claire." His voice was warm. "I wanted to check in after last night. Make sure we're on the same page."

"Absolutely," I lied. "Focus on Southbank. Leave Crane to you."

"Good." He sounded pleased. "I've scheduled a meeting with Jason this afternoon. Time to bring him back into the fold, away from Crane's influence."

"Sounds like a good plan." I kept my tone light, revealing nothing of what Marcus had just told me.

"The painting will be delivered to your apartment today. ...