“What are you doing here?” “Researching.” A hint of a smile plays on his lips. “I’m searching for a book with a specific scene. One where the protagonist fucks up and desperately tries to make it right. Do you know what that scene is called?” My breath comes out in short, shallow gasps as I watch him. He’s really here. “You mean a grand gesture?” His smile grows. “Would merging with another law firm and working from their UK office for a year so he could meet his girlfriend in various locations around Europe be considered a grand gesture?”
