Emily's POVThe moment they were out of earshot, my phone buzzed in my hand. Adrian’s name lit up the screen, and I felt my cheeks warm involuntarily. I swiped to answer, barely managing to steady my voice.“Hello.”“You sound pleased,” Adrian said, his voice smooth and deep, the kind of tone that always set my nerves alight. “Let me guess—you tore him to shreds in that meeting, didn’t you?”I bit my lip, trying not to sound too proud. “How did you know?”A low chuckle vibrated through the line, sending a shiver down my spine. “I always knew you were exceptional, Emily,” he said, his voice dropping an octave. “I couldn’t stop thinking about you when I first met you, and you proved me right in bed. In fact…” He paused, letting his words linger like a teasing caress.“Adrian, stop,” I whispered, feeling heat flood my cheeks.“I’m not done,” he continued, his voice like honey. “You’re exceptional everywhere, Emily. And now, even in the workplace. Tell me—” his tone turned playful, but th
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