Strictly Professional

Avery

My heart skipped a beat as I tried to maintain my composure. Declan noticed my reaction, his eyes narrowing slightly as he followed my gaze.

I turned around to see Piper standing there, looking polished in her work outfit—a gray pencil skirt with a burgundy blouse. Her hair was pulled back in a neat bun, and she was beaming at me.

"Piper! Hi," I said, my voice a bit higher than normal. "What