The Unwanted Partner

PIPER’S POV

The day had gone smoother than I expected.

Too smooth. That was probably why I felt it. That tiny prickling sensation at the back of my neck, like someone was watching me.

I brushed it off at first.

I was reviewing the final notes from my team’s presentation when my phone pinged. A message from HR.

Meeting. Conference room three. Now.

I frowned. That wasn’t unusual but the timing felt