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Counterattack

Author: TenTen
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Claire

I was in the middle of a meeting when my phone blew up with notifications.

Adrienne’s urgent text popped up first:

"Claire. Turn on the news. NOW."

Dread coiled in my stomach as I grabbed the remote and flipped to the business channel.

Leon’s face filled the screen, standing behind a podium at a press conference. His expression was calm, composed. But his next words sent shockwaves through my entire body.

"I’m moving Sinclair Industries’ headquarters to Manhattan—permanently."

The reporters exploded with questions.

"Does this have anything to do with your ex-wife, Claire Sinclair?"

Leon’s lips quirked slightly.

"Claire isn’t just my ex-wife. She’s the woman I love. And I’m not leaving New York without a fight."

Gasps filled the room.

I felt my entire world tilt.

This wasn’t just a private battle anymore.

Leon had just turned our war into a public spectacle.

And now, the world was watching.

---

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