C111 Hollis Vs. Tiernan!

Tiernan chuckled lightly. "Your things? What exactly are you referring to, Director Morgan?"

"You know full well. Why spell it out?" came the retort.

"If by 'things' Director Morgan means Clarissa," Tiernan's smile faded, "then let me remind you, Clarissa is a living, breathing person—not someone's possession."

Hollis's handsome features remained impassive, his gaze piercing