The chase After Betrayal

riel said as they sat in the conference room facing each other across the big table. His voice was calm but his eyes had a lot to say about him having something deeper. Cassidy kept her express

oming from you." He felt bad, but he didn't respond. Instead he passed a fol

how good the numbers looked, partnering with Shaw Enterprises meant working closely with Gabriel, and that was a complication she didn't want. "The numbers are solid," she admitted grudgingly. "But I'll need time to review everything." Gabriel nodded. "Take all t

, but knowing that it was the right decision didn't make it any easier. A knock on the door pulled her from her thoughts. Ethan walked in, his expression curious. "How'd it go with Shaw?" Cassidy sighed. "The proposal is solid. I can't find a reason to say no." Ethan grinned. "That's a good thing, right?" "You'd think so?" Cassidy asked. "But working with Gabriel is... complicated." Ethan's brow furrowed. "Do you want me

ting for an invitation. Cassidy sighed. "Do you ever take a hint?" He chuckled softly. "Not when it comes to you." She rolled her eyes. "What do you want, Gabriel?" "To talk," he said simply. "Off the record." Cassidy hesitated but eventually nodded. "Fine. Talk." Gabriel took a deep breath. "I know I messed up, Cassidy, and I know I made choices that hurt you. it one thi

n too." He nodded slowly. "Fair enough, But just so you know, I'm not giving up that easily." Cassidy looked at him but her face showed that Gabriel's words didn't shake her. "Do whatever you want, Gabriel. Just stay out of my way." As she stood to leave, Gabriel's voice stopped her. "Cassidy?" She turned, her expression guarded. "For what it's worth, I'm proud of you,"