When Cameron got a call from Ashley asking for a meet-up, he wasn't the least bit surprised. The betting agreement between the first and second divisions of the Stewart family had everyone's future and fortunes hanging in the balance, so naturally, Ashley couldn't just sit this one out.

On the phone, Ashley's voice was practically dripping with desperation. "Cameron, you've got to help us this time. We can't afford to lose."

Cameron hesitated for a moment. For some reason, he kept picturing Nathalie's innocent face in his mind. If he didn't step up for Nathalie, who would?

"Who else have you reached out to besides me?" Cameron asked.

Ashley replied, "The Rowland family and the McCoy family. Cameron, you have to be there tonight."

Cameron gave a casual, "Alright."

At the Rusty Anchor Bar, Cameron found Benjamin from the Rowland family and Jaime from the McCoy family already there. True to form, Ashley was running late, even though she was the one asking for a favor.

him over with enthusiasm. "Cameron, over

joined them, Benjamin, eager to

your take on this

laid-back manner, "Let's just see how it all

back, "Ashley's been our friend since forever, like family. We've

"Have you thought about what we stand to

"What's there to lose? Lincoln's been out of the picture for over two decades and just woke up. He probably doesn't even know the business scene in

nodded, "Yeah, Benjamin's spot on. That's why the McCoy family is backing

"Are you that sure the

Nathalie? She's just a girl who can make a few dresses. In business, she's still green. Why worry

clap echoed through

and saw a young woman seated with her back to them in a booth. Her silhouette was all grace and elegance, with her long

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