I gave a modest smile. "Thank you for your guidance. I still have a lot to learn from you."
He nodded, pleased. "Stick around after the meeting—we need to have a quick discussion."
By the time I finished up, it was almost 8 PM, and the office building was one of the few still lit up. Letting out a deep breath, I headed to the parking lot, only to be startled by the blaring of a car horn at the entrance. The bright headlights momentarily blinded me, and I raised a hand to shield my eyes.
When I opened my eyes again, I saw someone getting out of the car and waving at me. I walked over curiously, and it turned out to be Jack. I immediately turned to leave, but he quickly ran around to the other side, opened the car door, and said with a fawning smile, "Josephine, it's late—let me give you a ride home."