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Time Between Lost Worlds - Steven Bennett 15 Summary In Chapter 15 of "Time Between Lost Worlds," Whitney Moore arrives at the law firm with a sense of urgency, eager to meet Mr. Clark Harris. However, she is informed by Zoe that Mr. Harris is in a meeting, which frustrates her as she feels the situation is critical. Her irritation grows when she overhears gossip about Mr. Harris's sister being in his office, leading her to believe he is prioritizing personal matters over their professional engagement.

Whitney's emotions fluctuate between annoyance and jealousy, particularly as she grapples with her past interactions with Mr. Harris. As Whitney waits in the lounge, she scrolls through her phone and learns about significant changes within the Harris Group, including the return of Klein, which stirs up her insecurities and memories of a previous emotional breakdown in front of him. This reflection deepens her frustration, and when she overhears more gossip about Mr. Harris's familial relationships, her anger boils over.

Determined to confront him, she pushes through the lounge door and enters his office uninvited, interrupting a private moment between Mr. Harris and his sister, Emily. The confrontation escalates quickly as Whitney sarcastically questions Mr. Harris's priorities, accusing him of neglecting their professional obligations for personal ones. Carter, taken aback by Whitney's intrusion, attempts to assert control over the situation.

However, Whitney retaliates with a scathing remark about Emily, which leads to a heated exchange where Carter demands an apology for Emily's supposed injury caused by Whitney. The tension heightens as Whitney dismisses the severity of Emily's condition, showcasing her callousness and unwillingness to take responsibility. The chapter culminates in a fierce standoff where Whitney challenges both Carter and Emily, making outrageous vows against them in a display of defiance. Her taunts reveal her deep-seated resentment and the lengths she will go to assert her dominance in the situation.

Carter and Emily are left stunned by her harsh words, and the chapter ends with Whitney feeling empowered by her confrontation, while Carter grapples with his anger towards her cruelty. The emotional stakes are high, as past grievances and current tensions collide, leaving the characters at a pivotal moment in their relationships. Continue Regular Chapter Reading Below **Time Between Lost Worlds - Steven Bennett** **Chapter 15** "Zoe, can you tell me if Mr. Clark Harris is in his office?" Whitney inquired, her tone perfectly measured.

As the representative of the law firm, it was crucial for her to maintain a professional demeanor. In truth, if propriety weren't a concern, she would have barged in without a second thought, flinging open Carter's office door herself. "Ms. Moore, Mr. Harris is currently engaged in a meeting," Zoe replied, her voice steady but polite. "Would you mind waiting in the lounge for a bit?" Whitney's eyes narrowed, a flicker of irritation crossing her features. "Oh really? Mr. Harris rushed me over here as if it were a matter of life and death.

I almost thought the Harris Group was on the brink of collapse." Caught off guard, Zoe could only muster a strained smile, choosing silence over a response. "What is going on today? Mr. Harris is acting unusually, and now even Ms. Moore is being snarky," Zoe thought, feeling a mix of confusion and concern. Not wishing to take out her frustration on Zoe, Whitney simply replied, "Zoe, just lead me to the lounge, will you? I have court this afternoon, so I can only wait for thirty minutes. Please inform Mr.

Harris that I'm here." Once settled in the lounge, Whitney began scrolling through her phone, her eyes scanning the latest gossip surrounding the Harris Group's recent staff changes. The top headline caught her attention: Klein was returning to take the reins and revamp the company. As she stared at Klein's photo, she could almost sense the air of authority emanating from him, even through the screen. That day, she had completely lost her composure, tears streaming down her face in front of him. The memory was unbearable. She wished she could erase that entire mortifying moment from her mind.

At the same time, she silently prayed that fate would never allow her to cross paths with Klein again. The lounge door was slightly ajar, allowing the employees outside to gossip without noticing her presence. "Did you see that? Is that Mr. Harris's fiancée in his office? She's so sweet! Mr. Harris is actually making her coffee himself," one employee whispered. "Don't be ridiculous. That's his sister. You newcomers probably don't know, but Mr. Harris treats his sister like royalty," another chimed in. "Wait, isn't his sister adopted? With his beloved adopted sister around, once Mr.

Harris brings his bride in at the end of the month, we'll have some juicy gossip to feast on," someone else teased. Whitney put her phone away, her palm tightening into a fist. "So he left me waiting for half an hour just to indulge his sweetheart in his office?" Whitney thought, her anger simmering beneath the surface. She stood up, pushed the lounge door open, and marched straight toward Carter's office. Zoe had just finished sending an email when she noticed Whitney storming toward them, a fiery determination in her eyes. Quickly, Zoe moved to intercept her. "Ms. Moore, Mr.

Harris is currently meeting with a guest. Would you mind waiting just a little longer?" Whitney shot Zoe a frosty glare, her patience wearing thin. "You said he was in a meeting, and now he has a guest? Mr. Harris must be a real wizard at managing his time." Exasperated, Whitney brushed past Zoe and flung open the office door without hesitation. Carter was taken aback, startled by the sudden intrusion. Just moments before, he had been gently applying burn cream to the woman seated on the couch. Zoe looked helplessly at Carter. "Mr. Harris, Ms. Moore insisted on coming in.

I tried to stop her, but she wouldn't listen," she explained, shooting Whitney a resentful glance. Carter frowned at Whitney, his expression turning serious. "Zoe, you can leave us. Since Ms. Moore is already here, I'll handle it from here." "Finally, with Emily present, I can confront Whitney about yesterday," Carter thought, a sense of determination building within him. Whitney crossed her arms, a sly grin playing on her lips. "Oops, my apologies for crashing your little moment." "But Mr. Harris, I genuinely thought you called me over for something urgent.

I didn't expect to find you doting on your dear sister." Both Carter and Emily froze, the awkwardness hanging thick in the air following Whitney's pointed remark. "Whitney, you've misunderstood," Emily interjected, attempting to sound innocent. "My mom asked me to bring Carter some soup since he had that accident. She just wants him to recover. I didn't realize you were coming too..." "Ugh, what a sweet adopted sister, I might just vomit," Whitney thought bitterly. "Emily, you don't owe her any explanations for being here," Carter said firmly.

"But you." His eyes turned icy as he focused on Whitney. "Whitney, we still need to address what happened yesterday. Because of you, Emily almost got blisters. You intentionally hurt my sister. You need to apologize to her right now." Whitney let out a derisive snort, glancing at Emily's so-called injury-a mere tiny red dot, hardly the size of a fingernail-not even close to the marks on her own neck. "Mr. Harris, allow me to give you a quick legal lesson," Whitney said, her voice dripping with sarcasm. "You need at least a second-degree minor injury for it to qualify as intentional harm.

Why don't you get her examined? If you wait too long, her 'injury' might heal before you even get there." "And as for yesterday? At worst, it was just a public disturbance. Emily and her friend instigated it. If they hadn't come looking for trouble, none of this would have happened." "Maybe you should advise your sweetheart to steer clear of me from now on." As soon as Whitney finished her tirade, Carter and Emily's expressions darkened significantly. "WHITNEY MOORE," Carter snapped, his handsome face now a mask of frost. "You've truly outdone yourself this time.

You actually threw hot water at Emily. How cruel can you be?" For a fleeting moment, Emily's eyes sparkled with satisfaction, but she quickly reverted to her usual meek demeanor. "Whitney, I know you don't like me, but please don't take it out on Carter. I promise I'll keep my distance from now on..." "Go on, swear it," Whitney shouted. "Promise me that if you ever show up just to annoy me again, you'll end up with every nasty lady problem imaginable-lumps, cysts, fibroids, and anything else you can think of." Then she turned her gaze to Carter, a sincere look in her eyes.

"What about you, Mr. Harris? Want to make a vow too? I have one ready for you. If you ever bother me again, you'll suffer from hemorrhoids and sexual dysfunction." Whitney concluded, feeling invigorated. "Sounds terrible, doesn't it? I'm such a ruthless woman. Asking you both to promise to stay away from me seems quite reasonable, right?" Carter and Emily were so taken aback that they seemed at a loss for words. Carter was the first to regain his composure, shooting Whitney a glare. "Why should we be the ones making vows? Why don't you go first?" Whitney blinked, her expression challenging.

"I already did. Don't you remember? Didn't I say the other day that I would never marry you? If I ever break that promise, you'll never have kids." "See? I've reiterated it. Now, what about you two?" Whitney taunted, a smirk on her face. Emily bit her lip, her complexion oscillating between crimson and pale. There was no way she could utter something so vile. Carter clenched his jaw, his thoughts racing. 'How dare she curse me like that? What a heartless witch!' Whitney scoffed, rolling her eyes. "Tsk, you two are both such cowards.

I'm done here." Conclusion As the confrontation reached its boiling point, Whitney felt a surge of satisfaction in reclaiming her narrative, even if it was laced with bitterness. The insults exchanged hung in the air like a heavy fog, but beneath the bravado, a deeper vulnerability simmered within her. She had hoped that by asserting her dominance, she could shield herself from the hurt that had begun to fester since her last encounter with Carter.

Yet, as she stormed out, a hollow ache settled in her chest, a reminder that the facade she wore was cracking under the weight of her own insecurities. The illusion of control slipped away, leaving her with the realization that her anger was a mere mask for her fears of inadequacy and rejection. Meanwhile, Carter's icy demeanor began to thaw as he processed Whitney's words. The confrontation had laid bare the complexities of their relationship, revealing the tangled emotions that both repelled and drew them together.

He understood now that Whitney's hostility was a defense mechanism, a way to guard against the vulnerability he had inadvertently exposed. As he watched her leave, a sense of resolve washed over him. He would not allow her to remain in this cycle of animosity and hurt. If he truly wanted to mend the rift between them, he would have to confront his own feelings and extend an olive branch, even if it meant stepping into the unknown.

Will Carter confront Whitney more aggressively, or will he seek to protect Emily, potentially leading to a confrontation that could shake the very foundation of their relationships? The stakes are high, and the office atmosphere is charged with unresolved animosity that could explode at any moment. Moreover, the impending arrival of Klein adds another layer of complexity to the narrative. As he prepares to take the reins and revamp the company, his presence may force Carter and Whitney to reevaluate their positions.

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