Chapter 501

“You're back, Valerie!” The surprise on Skylar's face gave way immediately to delight.

They had not seen each other since Valerie's hurried departure.

“Yes, I am,” Valerie replied with a smile. She dropped the purse slung on her shoulder, sat down, and gazed up at Skylar. “How's the studio? Are there new orders?”

Valerie felt a little guilty at the mention of that.

Because of her falling out with