Nathan's POVMy fingers tightened imperceptibly on the crystal tumbler of aged scotch as I reviewed the latest intelligence report. Victor Volkov had been making moves in the European market, probing for weaknesses in our defensive positions. A amateur's strategy, but one that required careful handling.Movement in the reflected glass caught my attention - Clara, entering my office with that graceful confidence that had first drawn me to her. Even now, watching her approach in a perfectly tailored navy suit that emphasized every curve, I felt that familiar surge of possessive desire."You're plotting something particularly lethal," she observed, coming to stand beside me at the window. The storm clouds cast dramatic shadows across her features, highlighting the dangerous intelligence in her eyes. "I recognize that particular expression."I set aside my scotch, turning to study her more directly. "The mighty Clara Chen," I murmured, allowing my hands to settle on her hips with practice
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