Alexander's POV

Sophia Martinez showed up at my office on Friday at five thirty without an appointment, and my assistant looked apologetic as she followed her in.

"I'm sorry Mr. Thompson, she insisted it was urgent regarding Miss Rose."

"It's fine Janet. Close the door on your way out." I gestured for Sophia to sit. "What's urgent about Lily?"

"I'm worried about her." Sophia crossed her legs and leaned forward in a way that felt deliberately provocative. "She's exhausted and stressed and ...