“I think Mr. Thierry wants to speak to Derek alone.â€
“Why? I was the one trying to start a fight.â€
“Now, Simon . . .†Thierry said.
“I was. Derek refused, so I said, ‘Bring it on.’ â€
The secretary blocked Simon as I followed Thierry into the office. As the door closed, I heard her whisper, “I think it’s very sweet, sticking up for your brother like that.â€
“I’m not trying to be sweet," Simon said, raising his voice so Thierry could hear. “I’m trying to be fair. But apparently no one’s interested in that.â€
— Kelley Armstrong
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