Chapter 1005:

Kolton’s lessons lingered in Kiley’s mind: control came from holding something over another person. Trust could fade, loyalty could waver, but fear remained constant. It was fear of retribution, not friendship, that kept people from turning away.

A faint smile tugged at Kiley’s lips as her eyes narrowed. “Raegan, you’re the first friend I’ve ever wanted to keep.”

“Rest assured, Kiley. How could I ever betray you?” Raegan stepped closer, guiding Kiley’s hand to rest over her chest. “Feel that heartbeat? Kiley, you can put your faith in me completely.”

“Excellent,” Kiley said, satisfaction warming her tone. “You really know how to win me over. If I were a man, you’d have me wrapped around your finger, helpless to resist.”

With a playful look, Raegan let out a mock sigh. “What a shame you’re a woman too.”

light laugh. “Not that it changes anything between us.

to get much busier. Claudius’ sudden disappearance had left no one to manage the handover at Cooper Group,

hardly an obstacle. Given a little time, she would dismantle every

the workload would inevitably fall on

Kiley. “You really do

in her eyes. “Do you remember what I

made Raegan’s features sharpen

same


Maple Hospital.

scent of antiseptic lingered in

clicked shut, she hurried to Maia’s side. Her expression lit up like a child holding back a giggle,

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