Fortune watched Alessia’s calm, unruffled demeanor, and couldn’t shake the feeling that something was off. Still, everything was unfolding exactly according to his plan.

“My clothes got dirty, so I took them off and asked the staff to bring me something clean,” he said, sticking to the story he’d prepared as he explained to Alessia, even as his mind drifted elsewhere.

Alessia nodded. “The attendant said the restroom upstairs was out of order, so she gave me a room key.”

Fortune feigned understanding. “Ah, right. I reserved this entire floor for tonight. Must have been a mix–up with the staff–they probably handed you the wrong key.”

Alessia didn’t bother with small talk. She didn’t tease him with, “Looks like Mr. Thorne is ready to rule the Thorne family empire–spending big, I see.”

Her composure was unexpected, and Fortune found himself a little surprised, but he played along.

“I could never compare to you, Miss Morton. I’m just riding on the family’s coattails. You, on the other hand–so young, and already running several successful companies. My father’s always going on about you, says he wishes I had half your talent.”

Alessia simply smiled and dropped into a chair beside the TV stand, not offering a response.

“I hear some of the oldest firms are eager to partner with you. The Thorne Group may need to rely on Miss Morton’s guidance in the future.”

“If the Thorne family plans to do honest business, there’ll be plenty of opportunities for us to work together,” Alessia replied coolly.

darken. “What’s that supposed

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the same thing,

charade for?”

that Fortune could drop the act; there was no point

Was it Joyce who tipped you off?” he asked, sitting down on the bed, half–leaning

glow of the lamp cast across the room, but there was

Alessia said. “Even if I

way

you really are sharp.” Fortune offered her

but when something went awry, he’d simply improvised. The details didn’t matter–as long as he got what he wanted in the

admit, your courage is impressive–walking straight into the lion’s den. No wonder you have so many powerful people on your

knees, her voice

take over the Thorne Group, but a few of my relatives are…less than enthusiastic. Here’s my proposal: we work together. You

an appetite. Eyeing A&C Entertainment as well?” Alessia’s smile

up together, everyone says your bond is unbreakable–but has he ever offered you a share in his company? He’s been running the Whitley

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