**Anna's POV** He turned to me, his eyes softening. “All the time,” he admitted. “But no matter how we got here, I’m just glad we’re together. Even after everything we’ve been through, I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else.” I smiled, leaning into him a little more. “You know, sometimes I wonder i
Anna’s POV I woke up to find the other side of the bed empty. A wave of confusion washed over me. “Where is he?” I wondered, feeling a bit unsettled by his absence. As I listened closely, I could hear faint whispers coming from the balcony. It seemed like he was on the phone, speaking quietly, as
Anna's POV My phone rang, and before even glancing at the screen, I knew exactly who it was. “Hey, James,” I answered with a slight smile tugging at my lips. “Hey, Bosslady!” he replied with his usual upbeat tone, making me chuckle despite myself. “Things are going exactly as planned. So, why
Anna’s POV I slipped into my black heels, the familiar sound of the soles clicking against the floor as I moved through the room. The final touch. Standing there, fully dressed, I felt the power of the moment sink in. The pantsuit hugged me perfectly, giving me a sense of confidence that had been
Anna's POV I stared at him for a long moment, my patience wearing thin. “No,” I said, my voice ice-cold. “But I’m the CEO, and I don’t need to know who you are to fire her.” The smirk on his face faltered for a second, and Franka’s expression shifted from smug to confused. The reality of the s
Anna's POV "James, organize a meeting," I commanded firmly, standing tall in front of his desk. "I want it in two hours. I need to meet everyone working in this company." My voice was calm, but there was no mistaking the authority behind it. James looked up at me with a broad smile, clearly ple
Anna’s POV As I walked toward the conference room, I couldn’t help but notice Lucas standing near the entrance of the building, just as James had warned. His presence caught me off guard. "How did he know I was here?" I wondered. I hadn’t planned on interacting with him today, but there he was, as
Anna’s POV The weight of the room shifted in a way I could almost feel, thick with uncertainty and tension. Eyes darted from one face to another, as if everyone was waiting for someone else to speak first. But no one did. This moment—my moment—had thrown them off balance, and I intended to keep it
Anna’s POV The threat against our family has finally faded. The Scott family has received the punishment they deserved: Chloe is confined in a psychiatric hospital, and Mr. and Mrs. Scott are serving life sentences. All that was taken from me has been returned, and life has become peaceful again.
Anna's POV The wedding planning began like a whirlwind, an exciting, beautiful whirlwind of dreams finally coming to life. Harvey and I had chosen the perfect setting—an intimate beach ceremony, surrounded by family, close friends, and the calming waves. My bridesmaids—Lillian, Lucy, and Ruby—we
Anna's POV After the press conference, my father and I made our way to the main conference hall, where all the employees were gathered, waiting anxiously. The tension in the air was palpable, their faces a mix of confusion, hope, and unease. They knew there was a shift happening, and everyone seem
Anna's POV My father stood calmly at the podium, answering questions with a precision that only years of experience could provide. One journalist, looking for the backstory, asked, “Mr. Marino, where were you when the Scott family took over the company?” Without hesitation, my father began, his
Anna's POV The questions from the journalists came like a whirlwind, one after another, pressing for answers, for a glimpse of the story that was about to unfold. My father gave a calm but firm signal to our security team, and they immediately moved in to hold back the crowd, creating a path for u
Anna’s POV As soon as my father, Harvey, and I arrived at the airport, I could feel the weight of everyone’s eyes on us. The large team of security personnel following close behind made us a sight hard to miss. I shot my dad a frustrated look, shaking my head slightly. “Dad, you know I hate this
Anna’s POV By the next morning, the news was everywhere—every channel, every headline, every whisper on the street. The DNA test results had come to light, confirming the identity of Kate’s child, and, more shocking, the undeniable evidence of her role in the near-fatal accident she had orchestrat
Anna’s POV The subtle yet unmistakable smirk on my father’s face as he glanced at Kate sent a wave of curiosity through me. He seemed... pleased. But there was something else in his eyes—a sharpness, a hint of control. As he leaned forward, addressing her, I could see the tension building across t
Anna's POV The phone rang, and I saw Harvey’s name flashing on the screen. I picked up with a smile, hearing his familiar, comforting voice on the other end. “Hey, love.” “Hey,” I replied, a hint of relief in my voice. “Are you done with your meeting?” “Yes,” he replied, sounding as if he were