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111 I’ll fix this

Author: Ria M
last update Last Updated: 2025-01-25 18:44:34

Alexander’s POV

It’s been three days since Cynthia created this mess, and I still can’t figure out her reason. Why would she do this? What does she gain? I pinch the bridge of my nose, leaning back in my chair, the weight of it all sinking into my chest. If this spirals out of control, I don’t think I can ever forgive her. My jaw tightens at the thought—especially if this mess blows back on me.

My thoughts are interrupted as Susan walks in. Her heels click softly against the floor, her figure framed by the doorway. “Sir,” she starts, her tone professional but edged with worry, “like you requested, an order has been sent.” Her hands drop to her sides, her voice shifting slightly as she continues, “But sir… can we really meet the deadline?”

I glance up at her, not because of her words but because my mind is spinning with the possibilities. What if we can’t? What if this entire launch gets derailed? My fingers tap restlessly on the desk as Susan shifts, not nervously but cautiously, like
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Why wouldn’t he say Cynthia did it? because it would be an I told you so moment? I just hate Cynthia. This was a good chapter. I was surprised yesterday with another one so that was awesome. Can’t wait for Alexander and Claire to have a moment more significant.
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