|| Chapter Theme Song:
Highest In the Room – Travis Scott, Rosalia ||
[IRIS'S POV]
Unbuckling his seatbelt, the driver responded, “I have no idea, Mr. President. Please be seated. I’ll call security to scan the area.”
He got out of the car, and I sank deeper into my chair, trying to disappear into the leather seat. I instantly felt uncomfortable because, for some reason, being alone with the president always made my heart flutter. While we sat in an awkward silence, I sensed his eyes studying me. After a few more moments, a guard came up to the president’s window and gave it two light knocks. President Gray let down the window to better hear the guard.
“Sir, since today is your birthday, you should make an appearance to the citizens. A lot of them have gathered to wish you well,” he said with a polite tone.
President Gray let out an annoyed sigh and immediately began to rub the sides of his temples. He was the leader of the nation and the owner of a multibillion-dollar corporation! Wasn’t this just a routine thing for him to do? I was shocked to see how reluctant he was to make an appearance. Inhaling sharply, he straightened and looked at me.
“Miss Young, come with me.”