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Kristopher’s voice was hoarse as he replied, “I didn’t protect her. I’ll give you an explanation.”

Carrie’s bitter smile didn’t reach her eyes. “An explanation? What does that even mean? Sending her abroad to live in comfort as a privileged heiress? That’s hardly punishment.”

Disappointment flickered in her gaze as she took a step back. “Kristopher, when you agreed to the divorce, I thought you’d finally made a decision. I thought you’d chosen something.” Her words came sharp and final. “But you’re still the same. You want everything at once.”

Kristopher’s lips parted, but before he could respond, Carrie cut him off with a cold, clear voice. “And one more thing— I know Marina’s little stunt today was orchestrated by Aliza. I don’t have evidence yet, but that won’t stop me from dealing with her. I won’t let another Lise take root.”

With that, she turned sharply on her heel, her steps purposeful as she headed toward Reece. Her icy demeanor softened as she neared her cousin, a genuine smile lighting up her face.

first time in a long time, Carrie felt like she had

approach, he said coldly, “Look into any recent interactions

Bernie isn’t a major player,

dismissive, his voice edged with annoyance.

scent lingered in the air, teasing his senses. His mind drifted unbidden to the memory of her in

her, he hadn’t paid attention to the way the fabric had slipped, revealing glimpses of her smooth

missed her, he admitted to himself. Not just her presence, not just the sound

family, but your ultimate business plan isn’t finalized yet. If something as minor as this alerts them to your movements and makes them cautious, wouldn’t that

Orkset and those from Isonridge had

closest confidant, Oliver had witnessed his relentlessness firsthand. From orchestrating strategies for a small county

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