The minute Blaire walked into the towering building housing the Smith-family business firm, she felt her breath catch. It was massive—glass and steel stretching upward and gleaming in the morning light, with an air of prestige and power. Following Paul, she entered the sleek lobby, then the elevator, where he pressed the button for the fifth floor. As they rose, Blaire’s nerves surged, and she clutched her bag, trying to steady herself.When they stepped off the elevator, the fifth floor was bustling. People in sharp, tailored suits moved quickly, each carrying files or typing on tablets, immersed in their own tasks. Blaire’s eyes darted around, taking in the energy of it all—the polished marble floors, the glass-walled meeting rooms, and the soft hum of quiet conversation and ringing phones.A young woman passed by, offering Blaire a polite nod. “Good morning,” she greeted with a professional smile before hurrying off.“That’s Lila, the secretary here,” Paul explained, noting Blaire’
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