Chapter 54

Melanie's heart was thudding in her chest like a drum. She quickly blinked, trying to clear the panic from her face. She straightened up, managed a small smile, and said in the most even voice she could gather, “Everything is fine, Mr. Blackwood. Mr. Steel was just leaving.” Alexander didn’t flinch. Instead, he turned smoothly toward Mr. Blackwood, a professional smile rising on his face. “Alexander Steel,” he said, extending a firm hand. “CEO of EcoNexus Corporation. It’s a pleasure.”