"Those weren't my words, and I'm not sure how they got out. Perhaps Sydney pitied me for only working here and said too much. I'll make sure she stops," Emily claimed.Violet felt as if she had slipped into another universe, as Emily maintained her portrayal as a wronged and submissive girl."You do
Meanwhile, at the top floor of the building, recently leased, housed the president's office, its occupants a mystery to most…People would be shocked to learn that the world's richest man was working in such a remote location. At the very least, the stock market would experience some volatility, whi
The manager scanned the documents before sternly addressing Emily, "Can't you read? Even if you can't, you should be able to read the page numbers. See, these pages are all mismatched! Do you use your brain when you work?"Unlike Violet, Emily had been pampered by Belle since childhood. She was trea
Her expression was one of desperate pleading, her eyes imploring. She couldn't afford to jeopardize her hard-won job in this situation.Lucius's heart softened as he saw her despairing expression. He had planned to claim her immediately, but he was now willing to wait a little longer."Make sure you
Lucius's actions surprised Violet. She cried out in alarm, "What are you doing?"Silent and determined, he grasped her firmly. "What are you trying to do?"Ignoring her pleas, Lucius marched forward with long steps, straight for a special passage. He was seemingly indifferent to her protests.Fear e
He bellowed, "Everyone, get out!"The others were perplexed and hesitated to comply.Seeing Lucius's fiery gaze on her, Violet thought silently, what now?"Get out!"Everyone quickly left, including Violet, who fled in fear of his rising rage."Why are you leaving?" Lucius yanked her back. "Haven't
Violet lay motionless when she sensed his arousal. The night stretched on without further incident.Come morning, Violet woke alone in bed. Lucius had used her as a mattress the night before, but he was long gone.She rolled over, her body aching as if it were ready to fall apart. A testament to bei
"The car won't start, what should we do?""I'll take a look," Oliver said, casting a meaningful glance at Violet before he walked away with the keys.Emily was visibly upset and gazed resentfully at Violet. "What are you trying to do?"Violet thought the scenario amusing, and retorted, "What could I