Jump the gun
She was not expecting his answer. She was confused as to why she should handle such a case when he already had David and his team of lawyers to do his bidding.
Besides, she did not think of him to be a man who would owe anyone. He was not a gambler or a man who lacked anything. So, how was he in debt?
"Is this some kind of a joke?" She answered him, finding the entire thing hilarious.
She called Jacky to take care of the papers, then watched her leave her room. She stood up from her chair and grabbed her bag. She waited for him to follow her lead as he walked beside her.
She believed that Alex was making fun of her, giving her a bogus case. But she could not see any humor in his eyes. Suddenly, she felt the seriousness of the situation.
"I assure you this is not a joke unless you find it funny." Alex moved aside to give way to her as they exited her office.