Melissa raised her head. "Are we leaving now?"

Her eyes still bore traces of tears, giving her the appearance of a forlorn rabbit.

Marcus chose to ignore her question, turning instead to address the three other secretaries. They promptly rose, acknowledging him with a respectful, "Mr. Fowler."

Marcus offered no acknowledgment in return.

Striding to Melissa's desk, he tapped it lightly, saying, “Yes, now."