To say Alasdair was shocked by Anna's rebuttal would be an understatement. For the first time in weeks, Alasdair's emotion could clearly be seen on his face. It all felt so wrong to him, seeing as Anna was getting determined to quit her job. Unconsciously, his feet moved, dragging him to stand right in front of her.

By the side, Rob looked like he was about to die from curiosity and anxiousness. Everything was happening so fast that he was having a hard time coping. Remembering both the warnings of Alasdair and Anna for him to keep, he had his mouth shut. Almost swearing loudly. A quick glance at Cecilia,...