Just as she was lost in thought, Editor-in-Chief Summers suddenly said sternly, "Next time you have a private itinerary with Governor Lockwood, you are to inform us in advance. Otherwise, it interferes with our work."
Phoebe Lockwood, who had been basking in her moment of glory, was suddenly reprimanded to her face by her direct superior. She was instantly overcome with embarrassment.
Editor-in-Chief Summers turned to Claire Sinclair, her tone softening. "Claire, tomorrow you'll take Lockwood's place on the protocol team. The uniform and shoes are in my office. Come get them before you leave for the day."
Suddenly being singled out, Claire Sinclair was a bit overwhelmed by the unexpected favor. But her insecurity got the better of her, and she asked worriedly, "Editor-in-Chief Summers, I don't have any experience on a protocol team. Will that be a problem?"
Editor-in-Chief Summers replied with a calm expression, "You just have to stand still and keep smiling. It's not difficult."
