Axton's false confidence was appreciated and he was curious if the man would be anything like Trey, driven by an innate desire to impress him and a willingness to do what needed to be done to achieve such things.
He would know in a week, or so.
"Very well." His response was a curt as he was, pushing himself back to stand and offer a hand to the possible future intern. "I'll see you then." A pause. "You're dismissed."
His gaze cut to Rory who had taken the opportunity to stand and smooth out her skirts.
Once hands had been shaken he sat back down and waved a hand indicating they were to vacate his office.
When they were outside and the door had been shut, Rory slipped her hand into Axton's. "This deserves a treat," she told him, voice quiet just in case Mr. Black was listening. "C'mon."
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