James POV

I had just managed to secure a few moments to myself after the chaos of the meeting, but naturally, right when I thought I could relax, there was a knock at the door.

“James,” Alexis's voice pierced the quiet before I could respond.

I lacked the energy to act as though I cared. "Enter," I remarked, already exasperated at the idea of handling her.

The door groaned as it opened, and Alexis entered, her heels tapping crisply on the floor. Her eyes instantly met mine, and ...