Chapter 914

Pinebrook, Crestview Group. Madeleine finally met the "oden girl" Carl had mentioned. The girl looked quiet and elegant, especially her eyes — so clear and bright. They bumped into each other in the elevator. The girl casually stepped in front of Madeleine like it was instinct, shielding her from others. Clearly, she had good instincts. Madeleine could've used the executive elevator, but this one came first, so she'd just walked in. Guess the girl picked up on her status quickly. No wonder Carl would argue with Beckett just to keep this girl around. "Do you work here?" Madeleine asked with a gentle smile. The girl nodded, smiling back. "I'm just an intern." That smile was so warm — it lit up the space around her. Madeleine couldn't help but return it. "Why aren't you using the executive elevator?" the girl asked as they stepped out, clearly curious. "You know who I am?" Madeleine raised an eyebrow, surprised. The only ones who usually knew she was Mrs. Beach were folks at the front des