Love Beyond the Mask by Adelaide Sinclair

Chapter 1082

In the lobby of the Inko Group headquarters, Bryce watched as Ludwik slinked out of the building, tail between his legs.

It was a sweet moment of victory that filled Bryce with satisfaction. He just needed to keep Parisa on his side, and dealing with Ludwik would be a piece of cake.

Oh, Ludwik, Bryce thought with a sly grin, soon enough you'll be crawling at my feet just like I once did.

His eyes gleamed with a dangerous ambition, like vines spreading unchecked.

Composing himself, Bryce waved politely to a passing shareholder and then moved to a quiet spot by the large windows. With a cold smile, he dialed Parisa's new number.

Ludwik had just had his partnership revoked by Parisa, and he hadn't put up much of a fight. But Bryce knew he needed to sow more discord between Parisa and Ludwik.

On a private jet heading to Banyan City, Parisa sat upright, her elegant features marked by a slight frown. The closer they got to Banyan City, the more unsettled she felt. Her past was a blur, but maybe her father's grave would trigger some memories.

Just as doubt began to creep in, Erik, her assistant, handed her the ringing phone. "It's your new number, ma'am," he said respectfully. "Only Florence and Mr. Lutz have it."

Parisa glanced at the phone, then at Florence, who gave her a curious look but said nothing.

"Is it Mr. Lutz?" Parisa asked.

"Yes, it is," Erik confirmed, handing over the phone. "Would you like to take the call?"

and Erik

Ms. Tennyson,

Mr. Lutz. What

"He blocked the shareholders, wouldn't sign the papers. Ms. Tennyson, Ludwik is ruthless and vindictive. You don't know what he's capable of when he's crossed. He could retaliate against Inko Group, and you might be his next target!" Bryce's voice was full of urgency. "I was worried, so I went to

flames. "He's already attempted to harm you before, and now this. For your own safety, I think it's time to

now, probably because we're heading to Banyan City. Thanks for the heads-up, but if Ludwik's causing trouble, my mom will have a plan, won't

was a test for Ludwik and Bryce both. Now it seemed Bryce was

doing at Inko Group? I don't recall asking for your assistance with anything

the other end

I was worried Ludwik might cause trouble, and it

asked Mr. Lutz to meddle in Inko Group?"

look, nodding quickly. "I'm sorry, Mom. I shouldn't have acted on my

a glance at Erik, who promptly ended the call with

slightly uneasy; her mother could

in her voice. "Mom, Mr. Lutz is on our side. He just

firmly. Her eyes were cold as she looked at Florence. "I find Mr. Lutz's interest in Inko Group rather... enthusiastic. He was quick to report Ludwik's actions to me. I'm not convinced

a sudden jolt of unease She opened her mouth to respond, but Parisa cut her off sharply with a sigh, "Florence! Nobody helps for

Mr. Lutz... you shouldn't trust

he seems overly interested in the affairs of Inko Group. Maybe he really does despise Ludwik, but I feel he's