SOFIA

With the contract deets folded firmly in my arms, I followed Vera to the conference room.

It wasn't far from Richard's office, just a few paces. Inside, as I took a seat, Vera mumbled something like "will be right back" and left.

Alone, I braced myself and read,

*CONFIDENTIALITY AGREEMENT AND PERSONAL ASSISTANT CONTRACT*

This Agreement ("Non-Disclosure-Agreement") is entered into on Friday, 23th October ("Effective Immediately") by and between:

*RICHARD WELLINGTON* ("Employer")

*SOFIA BLAKE* ("Employee")

*ARTICLE 1: PURPOSE AND SCOPE*

1.1 The Employer hereby engages the Employee as a personal assistant to provide intuitive readings and advisory services.

1.2 The Employee shall utilize her skills to assess and provide insights on prospective brides already selected.

*ARTICLE 2: CONFIDENTIALITY*

2.1 The Employee acknowledges that in the course of her employment, she may gain access to confidential information.