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Grace

What’s…happening?

The secretary opens the door for us because the time is already scheduled. I lift my head and step inside just as all eyes turn in my direction.

Mona, a senior in the same field, turns towards me. Her green eyes narrow in anger, and her red lips curl into a sneer.

“ Good afternoon— ”

“ Mrs. Roberto. ” Mona snaps, cutting me off mid-greeting.

“ Yes, Mrs. Alfonso? ” I lift my brows, wondering why she is murdering me with her eyes.

“ I heard you got the project. ” Her lips stretch into a blood-curdling smile. “ shall I say congratulations? Or shall I say ‘well done’? You used your husband, Mr. Roberto’s influence well, didn’t you? ”

Husband.

That word alone sets fire to my veins. I was about to ask why she was so mad at me, but I can’t tame my own anger anymore.

“ Are you bitter about losing, Mrs. Alfsonso? If so, I suggest showing that bitterness somewhere else and refraining from using my husband’s name. Or else I will have to sue you for defamation. ” I hiss,
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Sharon Liggins
Hopefully this book won't be like a first movie good the second part of a movie isn't worth your money
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Sharon Liggins
Let Gracie be right that Tristan had nothing to do with her getting that project, hopefully they stay together for happy ending
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