340 Max comes to work 1 (2/2)

Irene was in the conference room with the other directors. They were going through their notes about their status because this is a weekly meeting where they go around the table, and everyone takes a few minutes to share current information about their department.

”I'm glad to see that you are back.”

”Are you feeling better?”

”No one told me that you are back to work...”

Irene's attention was pulled toward the commotion and her eyes flashed when she saw Max at the door of the conference room with Hunter by his side.

”Sorry I'm late…”, Max gestured to the directors who were on their feet to go back into their chairs. ”Thank you for your concerns, I am recuperating well. Let's start the meeting, and we can chat at the end.”

Irene observed Max. This was her chance to stare at him and not to be awkward. His features were more manly than what she remembers, and he extruded confidence.

During the meeting, Max was focused and his gaze didn't waver from the person that was talking, other than to take notes occasionally.

Sporadically, Max would glance at Hunter and give some hand-signal at what Hunter would nod and type on his laptop. Based on their seamless communication without a word spoken, Irene could see that Max and Hunter are working together for some time.

”Director Brooks… Director Brooks!”

Irene jolted when Max called her name. Was she lost in a daze?

”It is your turn.”

Irene scrambled on how to answer. Where are her notes? Which one is the first page? ”Uhm… I need a minute. Can the next person go?”

Max nodded. ”We will skip Director Brooks and get back to her at the end…”

Irene smiled, happy that Max didn't give her a hard time for spacing out. Also, with her being last, she can drag it and maybe get her one-on-one interaction with Max.

Irene was proud of herself that she managed to turn this near-blooper into a sure win. Or so she thought.

With each next director that was giving status, Irene was getting more nervous. Why are they taking so long? And why is Max asking them questions? At this rate, she will not have much time left. But that is good because she will take advantage of that opportunity.

The last director (other than Irene) gave his status and Max shared a few updates before calling out that the meeting ended.

”Excuse me! I didn't give my status.”, Irene reminded people in the conference room.

Max frowned slightly and pointed at the large wall clock. ”It seems that we are out of time, Director Brooks. Send your status in the email and we can review it. If anyone has follow-up questions, we will be in touch.”

Irene watched Max stand up together with other directors and she could not believe this. She was not willing to let it end like this. ”It will take only a minute.”

Max paused. ”Good. Then the email will be short. I have an important meeting after this one, so if you excuse me…”

Irene was in disbelief while rage swelled inside her. He just brushed her off and she didn't get a chance to talk at all! And what important meeting after this one? These are lunch hours!

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