34 Bold Moves

34 Bold Moves.

“Why should I be the one to face her? You’re the one in the middle of this drama. I’ll just end up in Inga’s crosshairs if I go,” protested Jada, feeling unfairly dragged into a situation that wasn’t her making.

“Look, Inga already suspects we’re allies. It’s irrelevant who goes. Plus, this is your chance to shine in front of Mr. Carson,” encouraged Emma, her eyes twinkling with mischief, implying a deeper game at

play.

Jada’s cheeks turned a shade of pink, wondering if Emma had guessed her secret admiration for Mr. Carson. She could read between the lines in Emma’s knowing look. “Alright, I’ll go now. And you’ll have to sort out this mess alone!” she retorted, a mix of annoyance and excitement in her voice.

dash off, half–wishing she could be a fly on the wall for the impending

office, Inga was already making her displeasure known. Mr. Carson, anticipating her arrival, was ready. “If you’re here about Emma’s promotion, save your breath. My decision is final,” he

by favoring Emma. “What will people think

a steady, steely gaze. “Are you here as a concerned shareholder, or is this about something

fumbled over her words, insisting her concerns

relationship is strictly business,” Mr. Carson cut her

Emma and professed her unwavering support for him, even

Carson speechless. Choosing her over his own kin? Impossible. But before he could respond, Inga began disrobing, first her jacket, then her blouse, revealing

intentions. Was she implying Emma used personal favors for

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