~~ Brittany's POV ~~

"Everything has been prepared for the meeting and everyone is waiting for your arrival, Ma'am."

"Fine, let's go."

The door opened and Jake came in. He was hesitant at first as he stepped closer, his hands clasped together in front.

"Please, we need to talk." He stated almost inaudibly, his eyes simply boring into mine.

"Excuse us, Clarissa." I said and walked back to stand behind my desk.

Clarissa left without hesitation, and I was all alone with Jake, who was still gawking at me like he was suddenly tongue-tied.

"You don't have all day to talk to me. There are more important things I have...