Noticing her pale expression, Holly leaned over. “Vivica, what's wrong? Are you not feeling well?”
Vivica forced a small smile and shook her head. “No, I just didn't sleep well last night. A little tired, that's all.”
She still had work to do, so she pushed the troubling thoughts aside and tried to focus.
During her lunch break, Joseph called again.
“Did Raymond contact you?” He had been waiting to hear from Vivica, but when he didn't, he decided to call.
Vivica was on her way downstairs to get lunch. “He's coming to Riverdale this afternoon,” she said calmly. “He asked Zavier to mediate, said he wants to talk in person.”
“What do you mean?” Joseph's voice grew tense. “He's just showing up, out of the blue? This is huge, Vivica. Why didn't you tell me?”
“You're busy with work,” Vivica replied. “I didn't want to keep bothering you.”
“What nonsense is that!” Joseph's tone sharpened. “What did I tell you?”
Vivica knew his temper and understood he was just worried about her, so she didn't get angry. “Don't worry, I can handle it. If I really can't, I'll call you to help clean up the mess.”

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