"You're so right! For us junior reporters, we have to make an appointment just to see Governor Lockwood. It's impossible to get our articles done on time. But things will be easier from now on. With Lockwood here at the Astoria Daily, it's like we have a living, breathing all-access pass, haha..."
This sentiment resonated with the crowd, and they all laughed in agreement.
Phoebe Lockwood said, feigning magnanimity, "My father is usually very busy, but if any of you need to interview him, I can pass on the message."
"Lockwood, you're too kind! I think we should take you out for lunch during our break. What do you all think?"
"Of course we should! Oh, right, the person by the door is a new hire too, right? You should join us for lunch as well."
Someone mentioned Claire Sinclair, who was standing awkwardly by the door. The others merely shot her a cursory glance before turning their attention back to Phoebe Lockwood.
No one seemed willing to engage with Claire Sinclair...
