Orson had barely finished speaking when Rupert came out, closing the door behind him.

The three of them exchanged glances.

Chris grinned. "So, did you get kicked out?"

Rupert frowned. “She's going to bed."

Chris tried not to laugh—who'd believe such a lousy excuse?

Rupert shot him a look. “Keep an eye on her. Make sure she stays out of trouble."

That was all Chris needed to hear to realize Rupert already had most of the picture.

But there was no way Rupert knew about Naomi.

Chris hesitated for a moment, then asked quietly, "What if someone else causes trouble?"

Rupert's expression turned icy. "The Garcia Group and the Winslet Group are about to sign a deal together. Nothing can go wrong."

Chris fell silent, simply nodding

response.

Sometimes he admired Rupert's cool head; sometimes he was stunned by how cold the man could be.

Maybe Sylvia was right.


Rupert was born to be a king-power always came first, love was just something extra, nice if you had it, but not necessary.

Right then, Chris almost felt relieved that Sylvia had gotten out early.

about the things he'd done to

The next morning.

still asleep when Naomi's call came

I'd be back in a day or two. But... that man

voice was trembling—she clearly hadn't slept much the night before

don't talk to him. Remember, none of this is

in her previous life. She knew how

Naomi wouldn't do any good right

most was someone

you think... do you think

the image of Kay and Edwin's


blurred together until her thoughts were a

now, all that mattered

set in stone

Sylvia, you

Naomi's voice finally steadied.

as Sylvia hung up,

had time to put her

venet

message

thought about my offer from yesterday? My patience is running

It was Kay.

finally run out of

behind Naomi and Edwin's deaths


quickly typed a

I'll

send you the address in two

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