Chapter: Chapter 15: LIST CLUES AND MISSING DESIGNS VICTOR’S POVI sat in my office, my mind heavy with the thoughts from my conversation with Isla last night. It had been a breakthrough and a disappointment all in one. On one hand, I felt a sense of relief—Isla had no idea about the true circumstances surrounding her father’s death, which meant that she was innocent in all of this. I could trust her completely. But on the other hand, that same ignorance meant I had lost an important lead. If even the victim’s daughter didn’t know anything, then how could I prove that my grandfather was innocent?The weight of this thought pressed down on me, and I could feel the frustration bubbling inside. I needed answers. I needed a way to uncover the truth. But the path ahead seemed increasingly uncertain.I picked up my phone, feeling the urgency rising within me. There was one person who might be able to help me think things through—Daniel. I dialed his number and, after two rings, he answered."Yeah?""I spoke with Isla last night," I said, my
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Chapter: Chapter 14: DREAMS AND MEMORIESISLA’S POVI sat at my desk, completely absorbed in my work. The quiet hum of the office was a comfort to me as I poured my energy into my designs. Each piece I created was more than just a design; it was an expression of my vision, my dedication. I was determined to make each one perfect. Every line, every curve had to be unique, elegant, and meaningful. It wasn’t just about creating beautiful jewelry; it was about telling a story with every piece, a story that would resonate with anyone who laid eyes on it.Over the past few days, I had spent countless hours researching classic jewelry pieces, studying the techniques of renowned designers, learning about different gemstones, and understanding what made certain designs timeless. I wanted this collection to stand out from the rest. It needed to be extraordinary—something that would leave a lasting impression on the industry, a collection that people would remember.As I worked, the excitement within me only grew. Today, I received the
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Chapter: Chapter 13: A CLASH OF AMBITIONS
ISLA’S POVAfter the meeting, Victor and I walked back to the office together. I still felt a rush of excitement from what had just happened. I had presented my ideas in front of the board members, and they had actually approved my proposal. It was more than I could have ever imagined.Victor turned to me as we reached the hallway. "Complete the final design drawings as soon as possible," he instructed. "The company will set up a new project team, and once the drawings are ready, we’ll launch the new series immediately."His words filled me with even more motivation. I nodded eagerly. "I understand. I'll start working on them right away.""Good." He gave me a small smile, his expression showing approval.I hurried back to my desk, my mind racing with ideas. I needed to refine my sketches, add more details, and perfect every single design. This was my chance, and I wasn’t going to waste it.Just as I opened my laptop to begin working, I suddenly felt a cold splash on my face. My breath
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Chapter: Chapter 12 : A BOLD PROPOSALISLA’S POVI had been working on a proposal for a while, but I never expected that I would actually have the opportunity to present it—especially not in front of the board members. When Victor told me at the last minute that I would be presenting my idea at the board meeting that afternoon, I was completely stunned.At first, I thought he was joking. Me? Presenting in front of the most powerful people in the company? It seemed too unreal. But when I saw the serious look on his face, I knew he meant every word.Just in case, I sent the proposal to him before the meeting. I wanted to be sure that my ideas made sense and that they were worthy of being presented. A part of me feared that he would think my ideas were too simple or not practical enough. But to my surprise, he really liked it.“This is a solid plan,” he told me, after going through the details. “You’ve thought it through well.”Hearing that gave me a boost of confidence. If Victor, the man who ran this entire company, though
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Chapter: Chapter 11: STRATEGIC GROWTH AND NEW LEADERSHIPVICTOR’S POVI sat in my office, listening as my secretary went through the schedule for the day. There was a board meeting in the afternoon to discuss the company's business plan for the next quarter. It was a crucial meeting, one that would determine our direction and strategy for the coming months.After my secretary finished, I gave him a nod and said, “Make sure the meeting documents are ready. I don’t want any mistakes.”“Yes, sir,” she responded before leaving the office.Once she was gone, I leaned back in my chair and ran a hand through my hair. I had a lot on my plate, and I needed to make sure everything was handled properly. After a brief moment of thought, I pressed the intercom button.“Isla, come to my office,” I said, my voice firm.A few minutes later, she walked in, dressed in a sharp professional suit, her hair neatly pulled back. She looked sophisticated, capable, and confident—so different from when she first joined the company. I had noticed how much she had grow
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Chapter: Chapter 10:
A CHANCE ENCOUNTER
ISLA’S POVThe world truly is small. As I stared at the man sitting beside me, I couldn’t help but wonder about his intentions. What was he doing here? Why had he approached me? My instincts told me to be cautious, but I couldn’t ignore the strange coincidence of running into him, someone I had seen in Victor’s office.He leaned in slightly, offering me a warm smile. “Hi,” he said smoothly.I nodded, responding with a curt, “Hello.” I wasn’t in the mood for small talk with someone I barely knew.After exchanging a few meaningless pleasantries, I couldn’t hold back my impatience any longer. I turned to him and asked directly, “What do you want from me?”My bluntness seemed to catch him off guard. He blinked in surprise before his expression softened. There was something more genuine in his demeanor now. “I guess there’s no way fooling you,” he admitted with a chuckle. “Yes, I know Victor. We’ve been friends since we were kids.”So, I was right. “A friend of Victor’s,” I repeated, study
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