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Grace arrived at the agreed-

upon spot. As she opened the door and saw Antonio, anger welled up inside her.

Antonio was quick to shut the door when she was about to leave.

Grace stepped back, creating some space. "Why did you have Daisy invite me here?" she asked, her voice calm.

Antonio, sensing her readiness for a confrontation, felt a bit on edge.

He leaned back, feet on the desk, still with that same old arrogance. "What's the problem? We've known each other for ten years. Can't we talk?"

"About what?" she asked, unimpressed.

Antonio played with his wine glass, acting casual. "Let's talk about how you hooked up with Devin behind

my back.".

and attitude all

resigned, I've drawn a clear line with you, Mr. Kaufiman. There's nothing

A clear line?

keeping quiet means I'm in the dark? A man like Devin, so by the book, hasn't had much female company. You made the first move, and he was sure to fall for it.

to argue, so she played along, trying to figure out his

what if I have

confident. There was a flicker of

come back. I won't hold it against

patience is running out. I don't have time for your games. If you want something, just say it. As long as it's not crazy, like being a lover

her a favor,

but I'm not coming back. You'll have to

the door,

up, shattered hist glass, and shouted, “Grace, don't be naive! Devin is just toying with you. A wedding? That's just

Kaufman, Devin and got married a month ago. I've told

of your business."

word "married" hit Antonio hard.

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