Chapter 48

Mr. Kendrick, though in his late 50s, looked as if he had aged two decades due to his illness. He was a formidable figure, tall and imposing, with a sharp mind that had built the Kendrick empire from the ground up.

He pushed open Ryan’s office door, and the sound of moaning reached his ears. Disappointed, he turned and walked away, heading to his own office.

Luca arrived at Ryan’s office just as the door closed behind Mr. Kendrick.

“Ryan, your dad is around. He came in here and left shortly,” Luca said urgently.

Ryan’s eyes widened in panic. “oh Shit, No, no. Why didn’t you inform me earlier?” he demanded.

“No one knew he was coming. We just saw him. Before I could get to you, he was already here,” Luca explained.Ryan’s face paled. “Did he see...?” he asked, gesturing vaguely.Luca nodded grimly.

“Oh shit. Fuck, fuck, fuck,” Ryan cursed, slamming his desk with his hands.

The woman who had been with Ryan emerged from the adjoining room, adjusting her clothes and biting her lip.

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