Chapter: Chapter 95DAMIAN’S POVElis tilted his head slightly, that smug flicker of amusement crossing his face before vanishing behind the same blank mask he’d worn all day.“Okay, big bro,” he said. “Go on. Talk.”I let out a short, bitter laugh under my breath.“Callin’ me big bro when you clearly don’t see me as one anymore? That’s low, Elis. Real low. What the hell got into you?”I kept my voice steady, even though everything inside me twisted tighter.“How could you go this far? You’re trying to take the company from me? Seriously, man, I never thought you had it in you.”He didn’t move, didn’t blink, just looked straight at me like I was some stranger off the street.“And now I have,” he said softly, calm as anything. “What are you going to do about it?”The words landed hard, heavy. For a second, the room felt like it shifted under my feet, but I locked my knees and stayed where I was, refusing to give him the satisfaction of seeing me sway.I let a little sarcastic chuckle slip out. “Seriously?
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Chapter: Chapter 94DAMIAN’S POVAs much as I tried to hold it together in that boardroom, the second the break was called and I stepped out, something inside me snapped.The corridor blurred around me as I walked faster, shoulders hunched and hands clenched into fists at my sides to stop them from shaking.I found the executive restroom at the end of the hall and slipped inside, turning the lock with a soft click.The moment the door sealed shut, my back hit it hard, and I slid down slowly, the polished wood cool against my suit jacket as my legs gave out beneath me.A sob tore its way out of my chest before I could stop it, deep and guttural, the kind that starts in your gut and rips everything open on its way up.Hot tears spilled over without permission, tracing burning paths down my cheeks, and I didn’t even bother wiping them away.My body shook with the force of it, shoulders heaving and breath coming in ragged gasps that filled the tiled room.The betrayal crashed over me like a wave.I ended up
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Chapter: Chapter 93DAMIAN’S POV“What the fuck!” My voice cracked through the room.Interim Chief Executive Officer???Elis Thorne???I sprang from my chair so violently that it rolled back and crashed into the wall behind me, the sound echoing like a gunshot in the sterile silence.My hands slammed down on the table, my palms stinging from the impact.“What the hell did you just say? You want to strip me of my role as CEO? From my own company? This has to be a fucking sick joke!”Andrew Sphere didn’t flinch.He just regarded me with that cool, detached stare, like I was a malfunctioning asset on a balance sheet.“Yes, Mr. Thorne. We are relieving you of your duties and installing a more stable interim leader until you have regained your footing.”“Regained my footing?” I laughed, but it came out sharp and bitter.“This is bullshit. Complete and utter bullshit.”Sandra Mayor leaned forward, her expression a mix of pity and disdain.“It has come to our attention, Mr. Thorne, that you are in the midst of
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Chapter: Chapter 92DAMIAN’S POVAn hour later the Rolls glided into the private underground garage of DT Tech’s Texas headquarters in Austin.Martin killed the engine beside the glass elevator bay and glanced at me in the rear-view.I caught my own reflection in the tinted window and almost didn’t recognize the man staring back.On the outside I looked like the billionaire CEO the world expected. But Inside I’m still the drunk on the hotel floor begging into a dead phone.At least I didn’t smell like a distillery anymore.I stepped out, my Louboutin Oxfords clicking sharply against the floor, and that was when I saw them: Elis climbing out of his matte-black G-Wagon two spots over, and right behind him the devil herself.Evelyn. Looking dangerous in a bloody red Chanel suit with her hair twisted into that perfect chignon she wore whenever she was about to ruin someone’s life.My stomach knotted so hard I could taste bile.What the hell is she doing here?Dad’s warning echoed in my head: Be careful of E
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-12-13
Chapter: Chapter 91DAMIAN’S POVFive days of pure hell.Five days since my entire world detonated and left me crawling through the wreckage.I had returned to my suite at Skyview Hotel since the incident happened. I couldn’t stay in that house another second.Everything reminded me of her.The sheets still smelled like her perfume. And don’t even get me started on Elis, Eve and Felix.I would’ve burned the whole place down if I had a match.My blurry vision swam as I glared at the wall opposite me.The suite looked like a crime scene.Empty bottles of alcohol everywhere: Grey Goose, Clase Azul, whatever the minibar had.Room-service trays stacked in the corner with untouched food, and the curtains were drawn so tight not even a crack of sunlight got in.I hadn’t showered or eaten in five days. I reeked of alcohol and despair.My greasy hair clung to my face, beard coming in patchy because my hands were shaking too much to shave.My eyes were bloodshot and hollow.My life, everything, was collapsing, and
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-12-12
Chapter: Chapter 90CINDY’S POVVicky squeezed me one last time, then sat back a little, eyes soft but serious.“He a good man, Cindy. A real good man. Don’t lose him over one mistake. Remember how many ‘one mistakes’ you gave Henry that didn’t even deserve a single sorry?”I pulled away like she had slapped me.“One mistake? Vicky, did you just call that one mistake?”My voice cracked so hard it hurt.“That was exactly how Henry started! ‘Just one mistake, baby.’ ‘I was drunk, baby.’ ‘She didn’t mean anything, baby.’ I forgave and forgave until I didn’t even recognize myself in the mirror. I’m not doing that dance again. Damian should’ve been able to control himself. Drunk or not, he’s a grown-ass man.”Vicky winced, but she didn’t back down.“Maybe he shoulda… I ain’t arguing that. I’m just saying my piece, that’s all. But whatever you decide, Cin, I got your back 1000%. If you say you never wanna speak to him again, I will personally change your number, block him on everything, and help you burn every
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-12-11
Chapter: 134. Do You Blame Me?~Alina’s POV~Silence settled in the room immediately after Nikita left, the heavy tension dissolving into something lighter.Then Val turned to me, took my hand again, and brushed his thumb over my knuckles in the most gentle, grounding manner ever.“Moglie mia,” he murmured. “Why don’t we have dinner outside? It’s been too long.”My chest softened, and I gave him a smile that said I am proud to be your king.“That’s true, my love. Everything’s been so chaotic, and we forgot how we used to do things. Back in Toronto. I miss those days.”He nodded once. “Then tonight.”Giulia groaned dramatically. “Don’t tell me you two want me to come with you.”“Where’s the little one?” Val asked, already leading me toward the exit.“With Rocco,” Giulia replied, bouncing on her feet.Val smirked. “Good. Then you’re coming with us. We need your loud mouth to keep things lively.”“Wow. Charming,” she muttered. “But fine. Your wish is my command, Don Romano,” she teased, mock-saluting.We stepped into
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-11-26
Chapter: 133. Cristo~Alina’s POV~ The room felt colder the moment Nikita’s last insult left her tongue, but I swallowed the sting and kept my spine straight. She wanted a reaction, a crack, a tremble, anything. But she’d get nothing from me.Not a single flinch.Before I could even decide whether to breathe or roll my eyes, she snapped her fingers at one of the younger maids who’d been lurking nervously by the doorway.“You,” Nikita barked. “Go call the Don. Tell him dinner is ready. Tell him I prepared it.” The maid nearly tripped over herself as she fled.Giulia and I exchanged a funny look.Minutes crawled by slowly, each one stretching the tension thinner and thinner.Then heavy footsteps echoed down the corridor.My stomach fluttered despite myself.Valentino walked in, his jacket slung over one shoulder, and sleeves rolled high enough to show the ink on his forearms.He took a slow look around: the banquet, Giulia, then the feast, then, last, to Nikita glowing like a smug peacock. He didn’t sm
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-11-25
Chapter: 132. Dinner & A Sprinkle Of Trouble ~Alina’s POV~ Giulia and I had spent the whole day at the spa, pampering ourselves and little Ivana after the chaos of the week. Now, with our stomachs rumbling with hunger, we headed straight for dinner in the castle. Val had been flooding my phone with texts, whining about how bored he was without me. “Come home fast, moglie mia, I missed you and, of course, I can’t wait to see your new nails and kiss your hands silly,” his text read. I grinned at the screen just as we stepped through the massive front doors, Ivana tucked against my hip, her tiny fingers yanking at my hoop earrings like always. “Even after yesterday, she’s still here,” Giulia muttered under her breath, disgust dripping from every word. "Just how desperate could she become?" I glanced up from my phone as we started up the grand marble staircase that swept straight to the top floor, our private wing. “Nikita? You really thought she’d pack up and leave?” “Yes. I mean, that’s what any sane person would
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-11-18
Chapter: 131. Watch Your Back ~Alina’s POV~ What the hell? How could the Council hand over La Vergine to Nikita, of all people? My blood roared in my ears. This had to be some sick joke. The Council must have lost its damn mind. La Vergine is the Italian mafia’s ultimate shield, a weapon no one touches lightly. By law, La Vergine can only be bestowed upon a high-ranking member facing life-threatening danger from within the Mafia itself—someone standing between life and death. Whoever holds La Vergine in good faith, with the Council’s name and stamp visible, is granted complete protection and sanctuary. Any planned attack or enforcement against them must stop immediately. And anyone who defies or ignores La Vergine loses their standing and faces punishment — exile, fines, or even death — depending on their rank and the severity of the offense. Which means not even Valentino has the power to touch Nikita right now. “This is madness,” I hissed, stepping closer to Val, who was still studying the plaque with
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-11-16
Chapter: 130. The Vergine d’Ombre~Valentino’s POV~For a moment, I stood there frozen, my eyes locked with her dangerously seductive ones. I was stunned not just by her beauty or allure, but by how respectfully she lowered herself before me, how softly she spoke, even though she exuded confidence and power that shouldn’t be trifled with by ordinary people. But I know better. I know better than to fall into her trap. Women like this are dangerous, treacherous, and vile. They know the power they wield and how to use it to get anything or anyone they want. They spend their lives studying men and how to subdue them with their pretentious charm and fake submission. They breathe manipulation. They know how to read people like books, and they recognize weaknesses to exploit for their advantage. And that’s exactly what Nikita is trying to do now. She’s attempting to portray herself as the calm, respectful, submissive woman who would never challenge my authority and would make me feel like her king, thereby di
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-11-15
Chapter: 129. Welcome Home~Valentino’s POV~“Boss, she’s here. She’s Don Corsi’s daughter,” Rocco had announced over the phone an hour ago, and now I was on a private jet slicing through the night sky toward Milan.The second we touched down, I was out of my seat, striding across the tarmac toward the waiting convoy.Five black SUVs gleamed under the hangar lights, engines humming.I slid into the center car, yanking my phone from my suit pocket to dial Corsi again. I’d been trying since Rome, and the bastard still wouldn’t answer.The line rang three times before cutting to voicemail.“Figlio di puttana!” I snarled, slamming my fist into the back of the driver’s seat.Sky, my new assistant behind the wheel, flicked a nervous glance at me in the rearview mirror. His golden-brown hair fell into his eyes, and at twenty, he still had that wide-eyed look of someone learning the ropes in my world.I’d found him at Queen’s Orphanage, standing up to some punks, and it had reminded me of the day Padrino pulled me off
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-11-12
Mr.One Night Stand: Contract with the Lycan king
Isabella Sinclair, a thirty-two-year-old billionaire heiress, dislikes men and never intended to get married. However, her convictions were put to the test when she had a one-night stand affair with a strange guy, Liam Blackwood.
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Liam grabbed her wrist tightly and in a swift movement, he lifted her and dropped her on the bed. He pinned her hands on the bed with one hand, while the other hand slowly caressed her lower abdomen. A sudden gasp escaped Isabella’s lips as his gentle touch landed on her lower abdomen. He leaned into her and moved his lips near her ear. She flinched in fear.
‘Are you going to bite me like I did? Don’t be petty!’ she snapped sharply as Liam’s lips grazed her earlobe, his breath fanning against her skin. He chuckled slightly at Isabella’s outburst, and in an unexpected move, he flickered his tongue into her ear. She froze! She liked it and wanted him to do it again, but instead, he whispered, ‘Young lady, have you forgotten? No contact! Why do you keep throwing yourself at me, little girl!’
“What! ‘Little girl’? How dare he!” she screamed in her head, but in reality, she liked how possessive and dominant Liam is. He freed her, releasing his tight grip on her hands and jumped off the bed. He grabbed his car keys from the bedside table and walked towards the door.
“Liam! The contract! Do you want me to change it? And by the way, this is your second night here, and you haven’t given me a foot massage yet,” Isabella called out as he placed his hands on the doorknob.
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Chapter: 28. MaxReluctantly, Isabella reached for the white towel that was carefully folded on the hanger and used it to clean off the water on her body, patting her skin dry. She returned the towel and picked up the bathrobe from the hanger, carefully draping it around her naked body, and tied the belt firmly around her waist. She slipped into her yellow fluffy crocs, which lay carelessly on the bathroom floor."You can lift your head now," she drawled and turned to take her seat on a small stool at the corner of the bathroom. She sat comfortably with her legs crossed, exuding an air of pride and sophistication as she anticipated Liam's twerk dance. She giggled slightly at the thought, wondering if he was truly going to twerk for her, considering the fact that he appeared to be so rude and full of pride.Liam slowly raised his head and fearfully peeped from behind the bathtub. His eyes fell on Isabella, who sat confidently on the plastic stool, tapping her fingers on her legs. Seeing that she was now
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2023-12-16
Chapter: 27. Twerk For Me Boy! II Upon hearing Isabella's outrageous request, Liam choked immediately and began to cough profusely. He covered his mouth with his hand and slipped from the edge of the bathtub onto the freezing tiled floor. Isabella burst into hysterical laughter, kicking her feet in the water playfully and splashing it everywhere. The vodka was already taking a toll on her, making her act drunk. Liam stopped coughing and raised his head to find Isabella having the best night of her life, laughing hysterically."Are you seriously trying to make a fool out of me by requesting such ridiculous stuff?" he asked in a soft tone, swiping his long hair behind his ear. Isabella quit laughing, and the two gazed at each other intensely, an eerie silence lingering between them. Gently, Liam rose from the floor and moved closer to Isabella, their breath fanning against each other's skin. Both maintained their gaze. Isa lifted her right hand and slowly brought it closer to his face, gently caressing his cheeks and th
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2023-12-16
Chapter: 26. Twerk For Me Boy!Liam had just wrapped up his collaboration with the Singers Brothers and was amazed by the swift rise of his newly released music. The tracks he recorded with the Singers Brothers earlier in the morning had already climbed the charts, securing a spot in the top ten most streamed songs of the week. He drove home happily after branching at the store for bottles of alcoholic drinks, the thought of Isabella’s actions in the morning fueled his excitement, and happily, he stepped on the accelerator pedal, increasing his speed.Isabella, on the other hand, had just returned from work. She took a nice shower, the warm water cascading over her, providing a soothing sensation. The thought of Liam’s cuteness and seductiveness overwhelmed her as she lay gracefully in the bathtub, sipping from her glass of wine while romantic, gentle music played softly in the background. She rested her hand on her temple, thinking about Liam and his possessive attitude, and subconsciously, a soft smile escaped he
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2023-12-13
Chapter: 25. The Study RoomBeta Steve barged into Alpha Maximus's private study room, eager to announce the news he had for him. He slammed the door loudly behind him and walked toward Alpha Maximus, who sat in front of a brown wooden desk, rotating from one angle to another, chewing a pen in his mouth. He seemed to be engrossed in a paper before him. Steve walked briskly, his left hand in his pocket, his shiny black shoes making a clicking sound on the tiled floor as his well-ironed trousers flapped aggressively in the air."Alpha, I have something that will interest you," he announced, standing a few inches from his boss. Alpha Maximus tore his eyes away from the paper that had his attention before Steve interrupted his blissful moment of eerie silence."Oooh! What could that be?" he questioned with an air of authority, his green eyes eyeing Steve with a frank and serious look. With a loud bang, Steve placed the brown leather bag that had been dangling on his right hand as he entered on the desk. He unzipped i
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2023-12-13
Chapter: 24. Secrets Isabella's heart skipped a beat at Liam's unexpected response. Her eyes widened in astonishment, and her mouth hung open in sheer surprise."Did I hear that correctly? Tonight? Nobody is going to know?" She couldn't contain her excitement, letting out a joyous scream while kicking her legs in the air with unbridled happiness.Liam hopped into his car and drove off from the mansion. Isabella's earlier drama made him smile like a silly child. He had pretended as if Isa's seduction didn't affect him, meanwhile, it did a lot. His heart raced rapidly as Isa seduced him earlier, but he just had to keep up the hard boy facade to make her try harder."Don't forget, tonight!" A message popped up on the screen of his phone, lying carelessly near the gear. It was Isa. A naughty smirk escaped Liam's lips again at the sight of the message. "She's so naughty," he muttered under his breath.As Liam's car weaved through the road, a hooded lady suddenly flagged down the car with a wave of her hand. Imm
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2023-12-08
Chapter: 23. Breaching The Contract “Stop there!” Isabella ordered Liam as he tried to leave the room. Immediately, Liam froze in his tracks and turned to face Isabella, who was gracefully lying on the bed. Isabella had been feeling inferior since Liam indirectly turned down her offer the previous night. She couldn’t believe he had resisted her temptation. Now, she was planning to make life difficult for him.Rolling over the duvet to the edge of the bed frame, Isabella reclined gracefully, and a slight moan escaped her lips. “Where are you off to, Mr. Blackwood?” she purred in a seductive tone, narrowing her eyes and perfectly shaped brows. Clad in black lace lingerie, her slender fingers, adorned with long, shiny red acrylic nails that beautifully complemented her skin, grazed the white sheet and sensually moved to her curved thighs, which she caressed gently, enough to make any man crave her.Liam sensed what she was up to and couldn’t help but chuckle slightly. “What do you want, Isa? I have to get to the studio in
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2023-12-08
One Night Stand With My Cocky Boss
One Night. One Mistake. One Deal That Changes Everything.
Sienna thought her four-year anniversary dinner would end with a ring, not a breakup. Shattered and drowning in heartbreak, one reckless night leads her into the arms of a sinfully attractive stranger. But when morning comes, reality hits hard, and she flees without a trace.
Back home, her life is anything but stable. A wicked adoptive mother, a spiteful sister, and looming medical bills for the only father figure she’s ever known weigh heavily on her shoulders.
Just when she thinks things can’t get worse, she meets her new boss at Weston Corp—Lucas Jones. The same tattooed stranger from that unforgettable night.
Lucas, bruised by her disappearance, wastes no time making her squirm. Then he offers a shocking deal: pretend to be his fiancée for six months and he will pay off her father’s hospital bills in full.
Now Sienna must survive working under the gaze of her arrogant, dangerously charming boss while keeping their past, and their growing chemistry, a secret. But enemies lurk in the shadows, and secrets from the past begin to unravel.
What will happen when Sienna discovers that her tangled fate with Lucas isn’t a coincidence but destiny?
A sizzling enemies-to-lovers romance filled with secrets, revenge, and a love that might just rewrite the past.
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Chapter: 102: Epilogue ~Sienna~The breeze in Bellmore carried a sense of renewal, a symbol of survival after the storm. Lucas had arranged a Thanksgiving ceremony in the grand hall of Weston Corp to celebrate life, family, and the company’s resilience. Everyone was present—his mother Angelina, his sister Lexa, the board of directors, my dad, Hannah, Derrick, and all members of Weston.It was a full-circle moment.Lucas stood at the podium, his voice steady and filled with gratitude.“Today, we’re not just giving thanks for Weston’s survival, but for the people who make it what it is. This company has weathered unimaginable storms, but through faith, perseverance, and love, we are standing here stronger than ever. I thank God for this moment and for the extraordinary people who made it possible.”As the applause echoed, Lucas stepped down, his gaze locking with mine. My heart raced when he took my hand, guiding me to the center of the room.He spoke again, his voice now softer but just as firm.“And there’
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-01-22
Chapter: 101. Final War III ~Sienna~ I turned slowly, my heart pounding in my chest. There he was, standing just yards away, his gun still raised, his expression unreadable. His men fanned out behind him, a wall of black suits and cold stares. Lucas immediately stepped in front of me, shielding me with his body. The rigid set of his shoulders told me he was ready to fight to the death if it came to that. “Stay behind me,” Lucas murmured, his voice low and protective. “Lincoln...” I whispered, my voice trembling as I tried to steady my emotions. Lincoln’s eyes narrowed as he took in the scene—the cars, the people, Irena's dead body. His gaze lingered on me for a moment before flicking to Lucas. “You just don’t know when to give up, do you, Jones?” Lincoln said, his lips curling into a bitter smirk. “First, you barge into my mansion, and now you think you can just walk out of here with my sister? Bold of you.” “She’s not your property, Lincoln,” Lucas shot back, his voice steady but full of rage.
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-01-22
Chapter: 100. Final War II [ Next Day— Washington DC]~Sienna~I sat by the window, staring at the sunrise with Madi curled up on my lap, her small arms draped lazily over my waist. I absently rubbed my stomach, my thoughts consumed by Lucas. It had been over a week since I was torn from Bellmore, from him, and every day felt heavier than the last."I hope you’re okay, Lucas," I whispered under my breath, my gaze shifting to my growing belly. I smiled faintly, running my fingers over the slight curve. How happy you’ll be to know I carry your child.The thought brought a glimmer of joy despite everything. According to the scan I did shortly after arriving in Washington, I was three months along. The small swell of my stomach was starting to become visible. I couldn’t help but wonder how Lucas would react—his joy, his smile, the protective way he’d hold me.I glanced at Madi, her ginger hair soft under my touch, but the weight of my worries pulled me back to reality. I had made arrangements be
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-01-21
Chapter: 99. Final War I ~Lincoln~Lucas had just left, but the tension he brought with him still clung to the air like a storm that refused to pass. His rage was palpable, and it left a heavy tension in the room.I sat down heavily in my chair, pouring myself another drink, the amber liquid catching the dim light of the room. I swirled it in the glass, thinking about the fire in his eyes, the determination in his voice.He loved her. That much was clear. And she loved him.But I can’t let them be together.Not after what the Jones family did to ours.I tipped back the glass, letting the whiskey burn its way down my throat, but it didn’t drown the guilt clawing at my insides. I hate that I have to do this—tear her away from the man she loves, the father of her unborn child.But I have to.I have no choice.I hate that I’m the villain in her story, the one forcing her into a life she didn’t ask for.Yet I would rather be the villain than watch her suffer the same fate as our parents. She’s in Washington now,
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-01-21
Chapter: 98. The Message ~Lucas~“You’re delusional, you can't break us apart," I growled, shaking my head.“You think you’re protecting her, but you’re just using her to justify your own hatred. Sienna deserves better than this.”Lincoln’s eyes glinted dangerously as he stepped forward, the guards around us tensing.“I’ll give you credit for your dedication, Lucas. But love isn’t enough. Not when it comes to my sister.”“She’s not just your sister!” I shot back. “She’s the woman I love, and I’ll fight for her no matter what. You don’t get to decide who she’s with.”“And I’ll fight to make sure she’s not with you,” Lincoln snapped, his composure finally cracking. He tossed the cigar onto the floor and crushed it beneath his heel. I took another step forward, my chest heaving with anger. The tension between us was thick, the air crackling with unspoken threats. “If you don’t hand her over right now, you’ll regret my next action.”Lincoln laughed, the sound sharp and condescending. “Seriously? We both know y
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-01-19
Chapter: 97. The Visit ~Lucas~It had been over a week since I last heard Sienna’s voice.A week of restless nights, unanswered questions, and a gnawing emptiness that refused to leave me. I’d looked for her everywhere—called every contact I could think of, chased down every lead—but nothing. It was as if she had vanished off the face of the earth.Derrick stood beside me, flipping through the agenda for the meeting we had arranged with several potential investors. Weston was bleeding, and if I didn’t secure their confidence, the company would collapse within weeks.“You need to focus,” Derrick said, his voice firm but not unkind. “I know your mind’s elsewhere, but this meeting is critical. If we lose more investors, Weston’s done for.”I rubbed the back of my neck, trying to push my thoughts of Sienna to the back of my mind. She would want me to keep fighting—for the company, for everything my family built.The meeting itself was a blur of presentations, numbers, and strategic promises. Derrick took the l
Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-01-19
Masuk
