Roman's POV :
I woke up at six out of habit even though I'd barely slept.
My room was still dark and quiet and for a moment I just lay there staring at the ceiling and thinking about the board meeting in three hours. About what I was going to say and how they were going to react and whether Alexander would approve or tear me apart in front of everyone.
I got up and showered and let the hot water beat against my shoulders while I ran through the conversation in my head. By the time I got out I'd decided on my approach and I dressed in a dark suit .
By seven I was downstairs in the kitchen making coffee when Alicia appeared in the doorway.
"Good morning, Mr. Vale," she said and her voice was warm like it had been since I was twelve years old. "You're up early."
"Board meeting at nine."
"Shall I prepare breakfast for you, sir?"
"Just coffee is fine."
