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Chapter 16: Deception
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Sophia cradled her baby in the nursery, the soft hum of the lullaby machine is filling the room. The child’s tiny fingers curled gently around hers, and for a brief moment, peace settled over her. But the serenity was short-lived. Her father’s voice echoed in her mind, it's stern and unrelenting. "Sophia, you’re making a mistake. He’s using you. Again." Then came Jamella’s voice, sharper and more urgent. "You’re blind if you think he’s changed. People like Julian don’t change—they just get better at fooling you." She shut her eyes, willing the words away. Julian had been trying. He’d been home more, spending time with their baby, even cooking breakfast. And yet, doubt lingered like a shadow she couldn’t shake. The door creaked open, breaking her thoughts. Julian stepped inside, his smile is wide and disarming. “Hey,” he whispered, leaning against the frame. “How’s our little angel?” “She just fell asleep,” Sophia replied softly, her gaze is fixed on the baby’s peaceful
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“You’re joking.” “Do I look like I’m joking, Sophia?” “You can’t be serious, Dad!” She leaned forward, her hands gripping the edge of the table. “Why would I save that man? After everything he’s done to me?” Her father sighed. “Because it’s the smart thing to do.” “Smart?” Sophia almost laughed “This isn’t business strategy; it’s personal. He humiliated me, betrayed me, and now you want me to swoop in like some savior?” “I’m not asking you to save him,” her father replied, his tone measured. “I’m asking you to save yourself.” She froze, her breath catching. “What are you talking about?” “If his company collapses,” her father began, “There will be a ripple effect. Debts unpaid, assets tied to this estate… and, inevitably, your name dragged into the fallout. Like it or not, you’re still connected to him, he's your ex-husband.” “So this isn’t about helping Julian,” she said slowly. “It’s about a way for you to show your power.” “Sophia, this is your chance,” her f
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“Julian, this plan is ridiculous.” Vanessa’s sharp tone cut through the thick silence of the office. Her fiery red nails drummed rhythmically on his desk, a warning of her rising impatience. “Do you honestly think she is just going to fall in line because you ask nicely?” Julian smirked, leaning back in his chair. His tailored suit was as sharp as his confidence. “Sophia isn’t exactly a saint. She’ll help if it benefits her.” “And what if she doesn’t?” Vanessa leaned closer, her voice dropping. “What if she decides to let you drown? You know how women like her work now.” He waved a dismissive hand, unwilling to show any sign of doubt. “I know her better than you do, Vanessa. She’s soft—always has been. She won’t stand by and watch me fail.” Vanessa raised an eyebrow, a smirk tugged at the corner of her lips. “That’s a dangerous assumption, Julian.” Before Julian could respond, there was a knock at the door. Both of them froze, their argument momentarily forgotten. “Come in
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“So, what's next?” she asked, her voice is low, yet filled with anticipation. “She already owns most of the company. Now, we need to make sure she feels it. That she knows she’s not welcome here.” Julian's lips twitched into a bitter smile. “She’s not going to be able to walk in here without feeling the weight of what she’s lost. I’m going to make sure of that. We’ll make her regret every decision that led her to this point.” He leaned back in his chair, his fingers steepled in front of him. Vanessa’s eyes glinted with excitement. “I’m in. But we need to make her feel it, Julian. Not just the business side. We need her to see us—together. In front of her face. That’ll hurt her the most.” Julian thought for a moment, then nodded. “Exactly. Let’s make sure she sees how happy we are. How perfect we are. Let’s remind her of everything she can’t have anymore.” Vanessa walked over to him, sitting on the edge of his desk, her proximity deliberate. She lowered her voice, her tone is
