C151 Reassurances and Unexpected Company

Ben asked nervously, "President Hartley, did I do something wrong?"

Marcus coldly replied, "Stop sucking up to Cornelia all the time. I can't even get her to notice me, let alone you." That was a subtle hint at Ben's average looks.

Feeling offended, Ben said, "President Hartley, when have I been sucking up to Cornelia? Besides, we're both your assistants