Clustering some of these together to get this show on the road. THANK YOU for reading!


10.

Blah blah blah.

It's all I take away from our weekly meetings.

Things that could be sent in an email instead of forcing us to sit here for an hour each week.

But Carlisle Cullen and his brother Aro love to talk vision and strategy. They're all about morale amongst the team, too.

Unfortunately, this warm personality trait is something Edward did not inherit.

I steal a glance at him now, sitting across from me.

He inherited other things, though.

Thick hair.

Piercing, emerald eyes.

Chiseled jaw.

He looks up, catching me staring.

Those pouty lips turn into a smirk.

11.

Edward stands after the meeting, garnering attention.

An announcement.

Everyone waits.

"Not to sound pretentious," he begins. There's stifled laughter throughout the room. His eyes cut to me. I purposefully hold his gaze, reveling in satisfaction when he looks away first. "I've taken it upon myself to host this year's holiday party since my home is no longer under renovation."

Hushed conversations begin as he mentions when it is, who'll be catering, that there will be an open bar, and no children allowed.

"Oh, but do feel free to bring a date," he adds, his eyes finding mine once more.