Chapter 30

Selene

My daily routine had shifted quite a bit over the past few days.

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I started getting up early to make it to the office on time. They placed me in the finance department to learn the ropes. I also made an effort to understand our employees‘ perspectives.

This gave me insight into their thoughts about our business and helped me gauge their loyalty. Everyone saw me as just another employee. None of them knew I’d soon be their CEO.

During this time, I noticed Leo’s behavior changing. When I asked him about it, he simply said, “I don’t like that guy.”

His comment about Kane surprised me. There was something unusual in Leo’s eyes, but I couldn’t quite place it. So I decided not to push the Kane topic any further.

Luna, on the other hand, had taken a shine to Kane after just one meeting. She kept bringing him up. I just told her he was a stranger and she wouldn’t see him again.

It hurt to see my children’s different reactions to him. They had no idea he was their father. I didn’t want to tell them the truth either – the thought terrified me.

Mom had reassured me not to worry since Kane was far away from them.

It was around noon.

I was at my desk reviewing files when I heard a knock.

“Come in.”

poked her

Selene, lunch

Morgan, an employee probably in her early twenties. Despite her age, she was incredibly talented

coming,” I

she lingered by the door, I

over and joined her in the hallway.

asked me to make sure you came to

frowned at her. She let out a small laugh and

are.”

all I

must really trust her to have shared that

your secret’s safe with me,”

honestly, it wouldn’t matter soon – everyone would know in a few days anyway. I just smiled and nodded

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in the company cafeteria. I observed the people around me. The women employees seemed well–dressed and put together a good sign that our

Rachel and I headed back to my office. As we passed the break room, something caught my eye and stopped me in my tracks. There was a cello sitting in the middle of the room. I couldn’t tear my eyes

you play?” Rachel

gave a slight nod.

try it out?”

smile. “Can’t anymore. Injured

Rachel looked shocked.

I burned my hand trying to save someone’s

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