A False Heiress's Guide to Love and Power

Chapter 135

“All the necessary evidence has been collected. As soon as the PR Department issues their statement, I’ll file the lawsuit against Fitch Tillman first thing tomorrow morning.”

The attorney handed the folder to Alessia, who skimmed through the documents before passing them along to Cole.

“Vera, put the collaboration with Mikaela on hold. Swap out her spokesperson for an A–list ambassador.”

“Should we consider future cooperation?”

“That depends on whether Mr. Tillman values his company more, or his son.”

“Understood.”

A&C Entertainment and Vera’s firm were closely linked–A&C Entertainment, led by Lillian, focused on management and operations, while Vera’s company handled publicity and business partnerships. Each had its own responsibilities, but in practice, they worked as one.

“Alright, that’s it for tonight. Looks like we’re pulling an all–nighter.”

“I’ll get started right away.” Vera’s face was unreadable as she spoke, and the attorney, pushing his glasses up the bridge of his nose, walked out with her.

“Let’s go see if there’s anything we can help with,” someone suggested.

Larkin nodded and followed, reminding himself that a $20,000 monthly salary meant he was expected to pitch in when needed.

only Alessia and Cole remained in the conference

chair as Cole came around behind

touch was firm and practiced, and Alessia could feel the tension

himself, after all–and watching her shine always filled him with pride.

nature, so he never tried to stop her. Instead, he simply stepped in when needed, balancing things so Alessia could do what she

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without burning out.

way about him. This company was their

some rest. I’ll take care

now, with the company thriving and her visits less

her eyes,

circles are halfway down your cheeks,” she chided, her tone equal parts scolding and concern. Cole basked

pinched her cheek, grinning. “Yeah, I

pulling him by the wrist toward her office. Cole followed, grinning like a fool at the feel of her hand in his. When she let go, he found himself

in a desk

“Still here,” she muttered.

Cole barely got the word out before she

his face.

ruffling his hair. “Well, look at you–whose handsome guy