Chapter 12 " We'd better discuss this in my office , " I interrupted her , my voice leaving no room for negotiation . She nodded , not daring to speak further . " Sir- " she still wanted to say something to that man , but I didn't let her continue . Given the current situation , I didn't want her talking to any clients anymore . In about fifteen minutes , she would lose the right to have conversations here - I was just getting ahead of the situation . " Let's go , " I said firmly . She sighed and followed behind me . The moment I entered my office and pressed the record button , her tears started falling . I handed her a tissue , even though it might just be crocodile tears . " I ... I'm really sorry , " she sobbed , her fingers clutching at her hair , " it was just this once ... it was an accident . " That was her first lie . I could tell this was definitely not a one - time thing , and she certainly wasn't sorry - no one becomes this skillful on their first " mistake . " I didn't understand why someone would destroy everything they had for a moment's impulse . She could have easily transferred this case and developed a relationship outside the 11:30 A The Alpha's Regret : Begging for His Outcast Mate Mr Master New Skills with Udemy Chapter 12 office in an ethical manner . " Do you need a union representative present ? " I asked during a pause in her sobbing . " I'm sorry , Rachel , but I'm serious . Even if it was just once , this is too serious ... we can't turn a blind eye. This violates too many policies . " She nodded through her tears . I called HR and asked them to send a union representative down . I felt sorry for her , even though she'd brought this on herself ; but what made me feel worse was that I had to be the one to handle it personally . During my time as senior legal assistant , I hadn't dealt with many disciplinary matters , and this was the most serious one yet . Once her representative arrived , we went through the incident . Despite her repeated insistence that it was " just this once , " I still made the decision to suspend her . After further communication with her representative , I was finally able to transfer this thorny matter to higher management - this was already beyond my authority . Now , it was finally lunchtime . As I pushed the door to leave , that man was still sitting in the same spot . I frowned : " Didn't Mr. Mitchell come down to meet you ? I could help you- " " He came , " the man interrupted with a smile , looking relaxed . He stood up . Fortunately , there was still some distance between us , so I didn't have to strain my neck to look up . 11:30 The Alpha's Regret : Begging for His Outcast Mate Master New Skills with Udemy Chapter 12 " Can we talk now ? " " I need to confirm with Mr. Mitchell first , but if he has no objections , of course we can , " I pressed my lips together , trying to stay composed . But my mind was already in chaos : besides Rachel , what other reason could he have for wanting to talk to me ? His unhurried attitude didn't make me feel better ; instead , it made me more acutely aware that - here , I didn't really have any real authority . " I'm not a client , Ms. Jossie . " What ... what ? I was momentarily stunned , my jaw nearly dropping , but seeing his still calm and collected demeanor , I quickly pressed my lips together and narrowed my eyes : " You're not ? " I tried to make my voice sound calm and flat , but I think I failed . He must have heard the panic in my voice . " I'm the head representative from the company . " He said quietly , taking out his wallet to show me his work ID - unfortunately , his thumb was covering the name . Damn it , wanting to know his name was purely for work purposes , of course . ... Not . Hadn't Chloe confidently said they wouldn't come to my floor ? Why show up today of all days ? 11:30 The Alpha's Regret : Begging for His Outcast Mate Chapter 12 " I see ... then if our earlier conversation seemed inappropriate in any way , I apologize . " I said quietly , slightly lowering my head to hide my burning cheeks . That sounded like there was something ambiguous between us - what was I even saying? " So , could we continue talking in your office ? " " Alright . " I replied softly , turning to lead the way . Sometimes things just don't go the way I expect - saying " sometimes " isn't quite accurate , it should be " always . " " Would you like tea or coffee ? " I asked , less out of politeness and more because I wanted a moment to catch my breath and organize my emotions . But he sat directly in the chair across from me and shook his head , making my heart sink even further . He looked around my office , frowning slightly , his gaze lingering on my desk for a moment . I wasn't sure what was causing that expression , but something definitely displeased him . When he saw the empty walls , his frown deepened . " I want to talk about Rachel , " he said . 11:30 The Alpha's Regret : Begging for His Outcast Mate Chapter 12 My palms grew slightly sweaty . I quietly wiped them on my skirt as I sat down , not wanting him to see my nervousness . " I know your position is far above mine , but I really can't disclose investigation details to you . If you need , I could contact the manager in charge of this investigation ? " He pressed his lips together and leaned forward . This man radiated confidence and control . I strongly suspected he'd rarely been refused in his life - which made me even more uneasy . Until he suddenly grinned at me . " I figured you'd answer that way . " " Is that all ? " I relaxed slightly , but he shook his head again . " Don't be so nervous , " he said , " what I want to discuss is another proposition . 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