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Chapter One-Hundred-Seventeen

Author: Tee Growrich
last update Last Updated: 2025-01-06 23:51:20

Daniel leaned back in his chair, his sharp gaze fixed on Vanessa as she stood with an air of feigned confidence. His office, typically a place of order and control, seemed to shrink with her presence.

The secretary lingered nervously by the door. “Sir, I tried to stop her—”

“It’s fine,” Daniel said curtly, waving her off. “Close the door.”

The moment the door clicked shut, Vanessa crossed her arms and faced him. “We need to talk.”

Daniel’s jaw tightened. “Have you made your decision?”

Vanessa took a step closer, her heels clicking against the floor. “I need money, Daniel. And if I’m going to leave, I think I should be leaving with something… substantial.”

Daniel didn’t flinch, his expression cold and calculating. “Substantial?” He leaned forward, his elbows resting on the desk. “What exactly do you think you’re entitled to, Vanessa?”

Her lips curled into a sly smile. “I know what I’m worth, Daniel. You want me gone? Fine. But I’m not leaving empty-handed. After everything I’ve
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georgia nimtz
I really want to see them together. Hope this is a step forward. On the other hand, Daniel needs to stay close to Tasha. I don't trust that evil Vanessa.
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