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The estate had begun to feel like a sanctuary, its serene surroundings offering Fiona and Darwin a fragile sense of peace. But beneath the surface of that calm lay an undercurrent of tension. Every passing hour was a reminder that their enemies were out there, plotting their next move.Darwin had spent the morning locked in his study, pouring over documents and strategizing with his team. Fiona, meanwhile, tried to busy herself around the house, but her mind was a storm of thoughts. She couldn’t shake the feeling that their safe haven was only temporary, that danger was just around the corner.By mid-afternoon, she decided to confront Darwin.Knocking lightly on the study door, she stepped inside to find him standing by the window, his phone pressed to his ear. He ended the call quickly when he saw her, his expression softening.“Everything okay?” he asked.Fiona crossed her arms, leaning against the doorframe. “I was about to ask you the same thing. You’ve been in here all day.”Darw
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Fiona’s body went rigid with fear as the cold hand covered her mouth. Her heart pounded violently in her chest, her breath trapped in her throat.The voice in her ear was low and rough. “Don’t fight, and I won’t hurt you.”Instinctively, Fiona tried to pull away, but the grip tightened, making her freeze in place. Her mind raced, searching for a way out. Whoever this was, they had gotten into the estate despite the heavy security. That alone was terrifying.The shadowed figure began to drag her backward, deeper into the darkened hallway. Fiona’s bare feet scraped against the floor, her pulse thundering in her ears.“Stay quiet,” the intruder warned. “I just want to talk.”But Fiona wasn’t about to let herself be taken without a fight. Summoning every ounce of courage, she stomped down hard on the person’s foot. The move startled him enough that his grip loosened, and she wrenched herself free, spinning around to face him.The dim light from a nearby sconce revealed a man in dark cloth
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The chilling message carved into the tree left Fiona and Darwin on edge. The implication was clear—William and Bella weren’t just scheming; they were closing in. Despite the heightened security and precautions, the threat felt omnipresent, like a shadow following Fiona’s every step.Darwin stood by the window that night, his silhouette illuminated by the soft glow of the estate lights. Fiona watched him from the bed, her heart heavy with anxiety.“You don’t have to stay up all night,” she said softly, her voice cutting through the silence.Darwin turned, his expression unreadable. “I can’t rest knowing you’re in danger.”His words, though simple, struck a chord in Fiona. For all his cold exterior and calculated decisions, Darwin’s actions revealed the depth of his care.“I don’t want you to carry this burden alone,” Fiona replied.Darwin walked over and sat beside her, his shoulders tense. “This isn’t just about me, Fiona. They’re targeting you because they think you’re my weakness. T
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Darwin wasted no time. The moment the ominous note reached his hands, he signaled Claire, who was stationed discreetly in the ballroom. With a nod, she began mobilizing her team, each member expertly blending into the crowd as they scanned for any unusual activity.Fiona clung to Darwin’s arm, her breathing shallow. The threat now felt tangible, as if the walls of the grand ballroom were closing in. Her eyes darted to every face, searching for a sign of malice or recognition, but all she saw were masks of politeness and pretense.“What do we do now?” she whispered.Darwin didn’t answer immediately. His gaze was fixed on the stage where William stood, chatting with an influential business mogul. The man’s smug smile was enough to ignite a fire in Darwin’s chest, but he forced himself to remain composed.“We’re leaving,” Darwin said at last, his tone clipped. “This isn’t about playing their game anymore. It’s about staying ahead of it.”Fiona hesitated. “But if we leave now, won’t it lo
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The Luna Café wasn’t exactly what Darwin had expected. Nestled in a quieter corner of Bay City, the small coffee shop radiated a cozy charm that felt at odds with the high-stakes conversation he was about to have. The aroma of freshly brewed coffee mingled with the faint hum of conversation, and the sunlight streaming through the large windows softened the atmosphere.Darwin adjusted his tie as he entered, his sharp eyes scanning the room for Elena. Fiona followed close behind, her steps hesitant. Despite Darwin’s insistence that she stay at the estate for her safety, Fiona had refused. She wanted to hear whatever Elena had to say firsthand.“There,” Fiona whispered, nodding toward a secluded booth in the back. Elena was seated, a steaming cup of coffee in front of her, her posture calm but alert.Darwin took the lead, his expression unreadable as he approached the table. Elena looked up, her green eyes flickering with recognition and something that resembled relief.“You came,” she s
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The air in the car was thick with unspoken words. Fiona stared out the window, her mind replaying every detail of their meeting with Elena. She could still hear the faint tremor in Elena's voice, the way her eyes darted around the café as if she were expecting William to appear at any moment.Darwin’s grip on the steering wheel was tight, his knuckles white. The flash drive in his pocket seemed to burn with the weight of its secrets. For a man used to control, the uncertainty of their situation gnawed at him. Every decision carried the potential for disaster.“Do you think she’s really trying to help us?” Fiona asked, breaking the silence.Darwin’s jaw tightened, his gaze fixed on the road ahead. “People don’t usually help others without expecting something in return. But her intel lines up with what we already know about William. We’ll need to verify it before we act.”Fiona nodded, her fingers fidgeting with the hem of her blouse. “If this information is real, it could be our chance
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Fiona awoke to the faint glow of morning sunlight filtering through the heavy curtains. Despite her exhaustion, sleep had been fleeting, broken by vivid dreams of shadowy figures and whispered threats. She sat up slowly, her heart heavy with the weight of the previous day's revelations.A soft knock on the door pulled her from her thoughts.“Come in,” she said, her voice hoarse.Thalassa peeked her head inside, her expression a mix of concern and determination. “Morning, sunshine. Darwin called me last night. I’m your bodyguard for the day.”Fiona managed a small smile. “I appreciate the effort, but I’m not exactly a damsel in distress.”“No, you’re not,” Thalassa agreed, stepping fully into the room. “But it doesn’t hurt to have backup, especially with everything going on. Besides, you’re my best friend. You think I’m going to let you deal with this mess alone?”Fiona sighed, pulling the blanket tighter around her shoulders. “Thanks, Thalassa. I don’t know what I’d do without you.”“
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The tension in the study lingered long after Fiona left to join Thalassa upstairs. Darwin remained seated, his thoughts consumed by William’s cryptic threats. The phone call had been more than a warning—it was a challenge, a clear indication that William was ready to escalate their battle. Darwin’s fingers drummed on the edge of his desk as he reviewed the situation. William’s obsession with revenge was dangerous, but it was the subtlety of his tactics that made him a true threat. Unlike the typical corporate rival, William was calculating, using every vulnerability he could find to strike where it hurt most. And now, Fiona was in his crosshairs. Darwin picked up his phone and dialed Marcus. The line connected almost immediately. “Marcus, I need a complete report on William’s recent movements,” Darwin ordered, his voice steely. “Every meeting, every call—anything that could give us insight into his next move.” “I’m already on it,” Marcus replied. “But I should warn you—William’s
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