" I'm sorry , I don't know what you're talking about , " I replied without changing expression , though internally I was cursing Rachel a million times over . Damn it . This was exactly what I feared most - a client finding out about Rachel's messy affairs . Small - town gossip was deadly enough , and if this got confirmed , we'd be finished . He raised one eyebrow , a knowing smile playing on his face . I take back what I said earlier : he wasn't charming at all . ... Jossie , stop lying to yourself. If he's not charming , why is your heart racing ? " I'd very much like to assist you , but if you're not here seeking legal services , I'm afraid I'll have to ask security to escort you out . " I shrugged , pretending this was the most ordinary conversation instead of the most guilt - ridden confrontation of my life . " This isn't a public building . Given the sensitive nature of our work , this must remain a confidential space for clients and employees . " He nodded , something playful seeming to flash in his eyes . " I have a meeting with Cole Mitchell in ten minutes . He told me to wait here . So no need to trouble security . " " Ah , that's great . " -That's great ? Jossie , what are you saying ! Chapter 11 I hoped he wouldn't gossip in front of Cole . " Sorry for asking so many questions just now , but I have a responsibility to maintain a safe environment here . " " No need to apologize , " his voice softened as he stepped closer to me . I had to look up at him - even in four - inch heels , I barely reached his shoulder . A faint but intrigued smile spread across his handsome face . I even noticed his teeth were perfectly flawless . " You were very kind to that little girl . " " Shouldn't I have been ? " I countered , my breathing somewhat rapid , inadvertently revealing emotions I hadn't even sorted out myself yet . He shrugged and settled into the chair I'd been sitting in less than ten minutes ago . A perfectly appropriate distance opened between us , so I no longer had to crane my neck to look directly into those blue eyes . " So , back to the topic of Rachel , " he said , naturally spreading his legs in a typically masculine relaxed posture . " I'm sorry , sir , this isn't appropriate content to discuss with a client , " I maintained my polite smile , though my fingertips tensed slightly . " It was nice meeting you . " -I was lying. 11:29 The Alpha's Regret : Begging for His Outcast Mate Master New Skills with Udemy Chapter 11 He himself might not make me anxious , but the unfamiliar emotions he ignited would . At that moment , my worst fear materialized : Rachel and her client appeared from around the corner . I could barely resist sighing - timing was working against me all day . The moment Rachel saw the man beside me , panic flashed in her eyes . The actual client following behind her - Mr . Carson - looked completely indifferent , even with a certain coldness that only made me despise him more . Rachel was obviously shuffling backward on her tiptoes , as if trying to hide herself . If I were still the sharp - senseioned wolf I once was , I would definitely smell her overwhelming anxiety right now . Her hair was disheveled , her hands quietly tugging at her wrinkled pants , trying not to draw attention . " Jossie , could you ... could you help Mr. Carson pick up his child ? " Rachel spoke , her voice trembling almost imperceptibly on the word " child . " Perfect . I didn't even want to think about it . " It's Emily , " I added . The man nodded , glancing at his old , cheap watch - completely at odds with the little girl's refined appearance . He seemed to care neither about Rachel nor worry about his daughter . 11:29 A The Alpha's Regret : Begging for His Outcast Mate Learn in - demand skills from real - world experts and excel Shon now Chapter 11 I turned toward the reception area , secretly hoping no one would speak while I was leaving . I wasn't about to clean up Rachel's mess in front of a client . " Emily , sweetheart , your daddy's here , " I said gently . She looked up and smiled , still having crumbs from Jena's snacks around her mouth . " What's going on? " Jena asked me quietly . I just shook my head . This kind of thing wasn't worth gossiping about - even if it were allowed , I wouldn't say anything . Rachel had not only violated professional ethics but seriously breached company policy . She was in big trouble , and her behavior had forced me to suspend her . " Come on , Emily , " Mr. Carson said harshly , pulling his daughter with a force that made me frown . I slowly exhaled , suppressing my anger - the only thing that calmed me was the little girl's still - bright smile and the way she waved goodbye as she left . " Jossie ... I , um , " Rachel stuttered , her eyes full of panic , occasionally glancing at the strange man still standing nearby . First , curiosity flickered across her face - then it quickly turned to shock , as if she'd suddenly realized who the man was . She stared at him cautiously , a glimmer of hope in her eyes , as if she was hoping he'd offer help . Yet the man's attention never once strayed from me , 11:29 The Alpha's Regret : Begging for His Outcast Mate Master New Skills with Udemy Shop now Chapter 11 That made my chest tighten a little , and only fueled my curiosity more . Who is he ? Why is his gaze fixed solely on me ? 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