The following day, not long after he arrived at the office, Fernando knocked on his door.

Standing there, Fernando announced, “Mr.

Clark, Elizabeth wants to see you.

With Matthew’s permission, Fernando led Elizabeth into the office.

He then closed the door and left them alone.

Matthew offered her no greeting, his gaze cold and distant.

He didn’t invite her to sit.

Undeterred by his indifference, Elizabeth launched into a carefully worded explanation.

“I heard rumors about Stella in Dorburn.

The situation’s gotten out of hand.

I wanted to help, but people are quick to believe rumors.

Matthew cut her off, impatience lacing his voice.

“Get to the point.

My time is valuable.

Speak your mind.

his interruption,

understand the importance of

be hurting

used my connections to help you get

cooperation

prepared a persuasive speech, but Matthew simply took the

of pride crossed

skimmed the contract, seemingly

Her happiness bloomed.

kept her voice

new clients

trust Prosperity Group, on my

We need to replace Stella as

no doubt that

all, he was

wouldn’t refuse such

contract back on the

this for my company, Elizabeth? We

need to know

caught

he

faced with his directness, she was at a loss for

She stammered, “I just…”

could fabricate an answer, Matthew’s voice

your motivations, remember: Stella is

This project is hers.

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