As soon as the two met, the words exchanged were fraught with danger. Amanda could feel that Lance's attitude towards her had undergone a significant change. Previously, he had always been gentle; even when she had made a foolish mistake, he had merely been cold, never showing such hostility.
Amanda keenly sensed this transformation.
Was it because I'd made contact with those above, the transaction completed, so I was no longer of use? That seemed unlikely. I'm responsible for the handover, and the items haven't even arrived yet.
Suddenly, Amanda realized something. She hadn't understood why Tamara had been so smug before leaving, but now she thought she understood.
What awful things had that woman Tamara said about me?
However, Amanda was not cowed. Instead, she stepped forward and conjured a book out of thin air, offering it with both hands.
