Alexander’s POV

All day, it’s been one meeting after another, plus a lunch meeting with a politician. Now, my nose is buried in reports. My eyes are starting to strain, but I’m hoping to get through as many reports as I can before leaving this place. This is one thing I don’t enjoy, even though it’s one of my most important responsibilities.

“Thank you,” I mutter to Leah as she drops my third cup of coffee for the day without a word and turns to leave. I pick up the small mug and ...