We Want Mommy Not You Daddy (Cedar) novel Chapter 119

Chapter 119

“Fm sorty, Albert, but I don’t have time right now

I nearly choked. I’d thought this would be a simple task–apparently note was clearly still upset with him.

“Ms. Wright,” I lowered my voice, “it’s genuinely about work. Surely you wouldn’t let personal feelings interfere with professional obligations?

Her response came swift and sharp. “Personal feelings? What are you talking about, Albert? The Design Department is receiving a major Spanish client this morning who just placed a multi–million dollar order. heed to personally meet them at O’Hare. I’ll certainly come up when

I have time, but I have to go now, Goodbye.”

The line went dead before I could respond.

I stared at the phone in disbelief. She’d just hung up on me. How was I supposed to relay this to Mr. Sterling, who looked ready to eviscerate the next person who displeased him?

Why did I always end up caught in the crossfire of their relationship? Neither side appreciating the impossible position I was in.

Steeling myself, I walked back toward the executive office, my steps growing heavier with each tile I crossed.

Mr. Sterling’s expression was dark as he watched me, pacing back and forth behind his desk like a caged predator. Then suddenly, an idea

struck him.

“Tell her Aria called,” he said, his voice sharp with calculation. “Say Aria specifically asked for Cedar to come up. She won’t refuse that.”

I stared at him, a flicker of admiration crossing my mind. He really did know Cedar well.

“That should work,” I agreed, already heading toward the door. The sooner they sorted this out, the better for everyone – especially me.

I made my way down to Cedar’s office, finding her talking with her colleague Jane. They were clearly preparing for something important. I overheard Cedar explaining something about Spanish clients and language concerns as I approached. This was going to be harder than I

thought.

“Ms. Wright! You need to come with me right now!” I called out, perhaps a bit too desperately, positioning myself strategically in the doorway.

Cedar looked up, her expression shifting from surprise to annoyance. She glanced pointedly at her watch. “Albert, I just told you I’m heading to

O’Hare to meet-

“It’s Aria on the phone,” I interrupted, the lie rolling off my tongue with surprising ease. “She’s insisting on speaking with you immediately.”

The transformation in Cedar’s face was instantaneous. All the resistance vanished, replaced by genuine concern. Her eyes widened, and for a brief moment, she looked completely vulnerable. Whatever had happened with little Aria yesterday must have been serious.

Without another word, Cedar abandoned her materials and headed straight for the elevator. Mission accomplished–though not in the way Mr. Sterling had intended.

Jane called after her in panic, “Cedar! What about the Spanish clients?”

This was my chance to escape Mr. Sterling’s wrath, at least temporarily. I go!” I volunteered, unable to hide my relief. I grabbed Jane’s arm,

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putting her sand the extend derator and 11 hands the airport pick

As we depped Han the baton. I wildn’t help but smile. Cedar would be heading up to Mr. Starting office expecting to speak with Aria, and

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