Rejecting the Facade

Sloane gave a slight, almost imperceptible nod. Her face remained completely impassive. "Let's start with self-introductions," she ordered, her voice devoid of any warmth or hesitation.

The shy guy shifted nervously, his eyes darting away from her direct gaze. "I'm... I'm Garrett Cole," he stuttered out softly, his cheeks flushing pink.

The defiant guy with the sharp jawline—who had just blatan