Chapter 801:

Once Maia had departed, a long silence settled between them before Kiley finally let her gaze drift toward Raegan. Her question came softly and low. “So, what’s your take on Maia?”

With a careless shrug, Raegan swayed her hips and looped her arm around Kiley’s, lounging as if nothing could faze her. “She thinks a few small wins make her a big shot. Honestly, I’ve met dozens just like her — quick to get defensive and too proud for her own good.”

As Raegan swept her hair over one shoulder, she let her gaze drift to Mariana, a sly smile playing on her lips. A moment ago, she had picked up on Mariana’s obvious attempt to raise the stakes. It made her wonder if those feelings for the Cooper Group’s illegitimate son ran deeper than simple disdain.

That might be the sort of detail her boss would want to know about.

Kiley’s eyes narrowed, a shadow flickering across her face as she followed Raegan’s gaze to where Mariana stood. Her voice, sharp and cool, cut through the room.

“Mariana, you should know better. As a Cooper, composure is everything. You made this move without even consulting me. I hope you’re not acting on a whim — because you’d better be absolutely certain you can win.”

But Mariana didn’t flinch. Her gaze held firm, blazing with defiance.

win. What Maia stole from

touch. She stepped deliberately to Mariana’s side, resting a slender hand lightly on her shoulder. Her voice, calm

your determination is admirable, but if you want to win, determination alone won’t carry

blinked, puzzled by the calm shift in her

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her words turning coaxing, almost

painting are you strongest at? If you truly want to win, you need strategy, not just bravado. Use every strength you’ve got. Bend the field to your

of confidence lit

pause,

won two national gold medals

— assume Maia is at the top of her game. Treat her like a master, even if you think she’s not.

and calculated calm were unwavering

nothing but a façade. Four years in prison, focused on fashion design. How much time could she have had for painting? I’ve been at this since I

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