**Nina's POV**I stood in front of the mirror, staring at my reflection. My auburn curls cascaded down my shoulders, framing my face. I was dressed in a fitted emerald gown that hugged every curve, the color enhancing the fiery determination in my hazel eyes. Today wasn’t just another day. Today, I would reclaim my identity, my pride, and my dignity. I adjusted the diamond necklace on my neck—the very one my late father gave me. His words echoed in my mind: *"Nina, never let anyone dim your light."*The clock chimed softly in the background as the housekeeper, Louise, poked her head into the room. “Miss McDonald, it’s time. The guests are waiting.”“Let them wait,” I murmured, my voice calm yet laced with steel. But then something caught my attention—a notification on my laptop. I turned and saw Xander, my assistant, gesturing for me to answer a video call.“Miss Nina, Mr. Leonard Diego has arrived,” Thunder, my security lead, announced.I froze for a second, then let out a soft breat
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