Chapter 3I arrived at the dimly lit restaurant with my lawyer by my side. Despite her assurances, I couldn’t shake the unease twisting in my gut. Henry sat at a secluded corner table, his suit impeccable, his demeanor smug as ever. He rose as we approached, a fake charm plastered across his face. “Maddie,” he said smoothly, gesturing for me to sit. “Glad you could make it.” I sat down, my lawyer taking the seat beside me. Her presence was supposed to be a comfort, but tonight, it felt oddly distant. “Get to the point, Henry,” I said coldly, crossing my arms. “You said you had something to discuss.” His smirk widened as he leaned back, spreading his arms casually. “Straight to business, I see. Fine. Let’s talk about the company.” My brows furrowed. “What about it?” “I want it,” he said simply, as if stating a fact. I blinked, incredulous. “You want it?” I repeated, “Henry, you have nothing to do with my company. It was my hard work, my sweat, blood and tears that built i
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