"Mr. McCormick would like to see you both. Please come with me," the man said politely.

Andrew's smile froze for a second, and he silently cursed, 'Damn it.'

Aspen quickly covered her mouth, nearly bursting into laughter. This guy thought he could just pocket the cash and sneak out? Not a chance. Just when one wave had passed, another one hit.

Derek himself had extended the invitation, and there was no way Andrew could slip away now.

"Well then, if Mr. McCormick is asking, of course we'l