The Boss's Little Miracle. Barbara McMahon

shopping?”

      “Just a few books to while away the time. I wish I’d had them this week.” She hoped he wouldn’t ask her titles. They shared a liking of mysteries. Quickly to forestall him, she asked, “Did you finish your run? Or am I interrupting?”

      “I was winding down,” he said. “You’re not interrupting.”

      “So how was your first week?” She had mixed emotions, knowing she would not be at the head office long to watch Tanner in action. She was excited about her promotion, however, and couldn’t wait to head an entire division herself. Maybe he’d give her some pointers about taking over from someone who was retiring.

      “Exhilarating,” he said. “There is so much more challenge at Drysdale than I had my previous place. That was a growing company and had its own set of challenges. With Drysdale Electronics I have to reverse some ill advised decisions to regain market share. The company is larger and more diverse, so the challenges greater.”