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**Chapter 19**

Matthew sat behind his opulent desk in his newly renovated office, the cityscape sprawling beneath him. The cold, impersonal ambiance of his surroundings did little to reflect the tumultuous emotions roiling inside him. Tonight had been a significant victory, but it was only one step in a much larger plan. His revenge was underway, but the next phase required careful execution.

As he reviewed the documents strewn across his desk, a knock interrupted his thoughts. Lexi entered, her expression serious. “We’ve received a tip-off about a meeting scheduled between your ex-wife and a prominent business figure. They’re discussing something that might impact our current objectives.”

Matthew’s interest piqued. “Who’s the business figure?”

“James Parker,” Lexi said, her eyes flickering with concern. “He’s a well-known investor with deep connections. His influence could be significant.”

Matthew’s mind raced. If Rachel was aligning herself with someone as influential as Parker, it