Dressed in a business suit, Alexis displayed no remnants of the previous night's revelry or weariness. She tossed her briefcase onto the sofa and reclined, remarking, “Dad, I've been buried in work!

When you beckon me like that, it undermines my professional image.

How can I assert myself with clients?"

Noticing her demeanor, Waylen grew irritated.

Pointing at her, he said, “You're making headlines again! That toy boy you're with, are you sure he isn't up to something?"