Clara's POV# Chapter: Morning AfterThe soft morning light filtered through our penthouse's floor-to-ceiling windows, a stark contrast to the previous night's glamorous chaos. I watched Nathan prepare for the day, his movements precise and calculated even in the intimacy of our private space.Memories of last night's gala still lingered – the subtle dance of power, the carefully crafted conversations, the unspoken tensions that bubbled beneath Manhattan's elite social surface. Each interaction was a chess move, each smile a potential weapon."The Russian investors will be challenging," Nathan said, adjusting his Rolex with practiced efficiency. The platinum watch was more than an accessory – it was a statement. A symbol of the empire he had built, piece by calculated piece. "Volkov is pushing for more detailed information about Sophie's neural regeneration research."I sipped my espresso, the porcelain cup delicate against my fingers. The coffee was a rare blend – imported from a sma
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