After a brief moment of consideration, she responded, "Certainly!"

While she waited, Melissa glanced at the young assistant, who had been working with her for some time. Without hesitation, the young girl discreetly withdrew from the office, even closing the door behind her thoughtfully.

Once the assistant had left, Melissa addressed Ryan on the phone in a composed tone, "How can I assist you, Ryan?"

Ryan fell silent momentarily before speaking up. “I have a flight tomorrow evening. I won't be back for a few years. Oh, and Roger will be on the same flight as me."

Melissa remained silent regarding his travel plans.