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changed with one call from my father. I glanced at th

ontrol of the empire for decades-a conglomerate that was the public face of my family's wealth and power. But beneath it all, a net

dy seated, wearing expressions that ranged from indifference to annoyance. My father

lly show up," my bro

ecause things are getting out of hand. Our clients want tighter security-one slip,

heir "business" operations. This wasn't just about deals and alliances; it was a worl

for comfort. Our contacts will look into it, but until then, I need all of you to be careful. This includes your.

ne who wasn't part of their world was always questionable. I felt the unspoken accusations linger in the air.My father had always wanted me to be w

m not against her being in your life; I just don't want her to get exposed to this side of business. If she's to stay by your s

father that Ava has shown interest in the dark side of our world? How do I tell him that the only reason we are togethe

sidering Ava's expertise in sales and marketing and how good she is at it, don't you think she coul

room stilled and felt calm for a moment. The first sign of disapproval ca

al job, Ray. You don't just bring people into our company because you're... '

ave to be able to trust anyone we would employ into that department. That department is what literarily upholds this company's image. No

. They didn't know Ava like I did. Ava wasn't naïve or in

take her in because you are in love with her Raymond. We have to be sure that she can handle the pressure that comes with working in this company. I am sure you know what we are talking aabout. You of all peo

t the relief was short-lived as my father leaned forward, meeting

with a silent implication that tightened my throat. She would be considered a threat, and I am sure you know what we do to threats. I nodded, swallowing the chill that swept over

wary looks, but my father didn't. His gaze was calm, piercing-filled with a silent messa

ared out into the dark, wondering if I could convince Ava to settle for this limited place in his world. She was t