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123The last few days had taken a toll on him, and he hadn’t been himself. “Serena, I don’t think that’s a good idea.”Her voice grew tense. “Why not? You don’t want to be seen with me now, is that it?”“No, it’s… it’s not like that.” He struggled to find the right words. “I just—”“Then what?” she cut in, her voice sharper now. “Because it’s starting to feel like there’s something you’re not telling me. Are you… are you seeing someone else, Derek?”Her words stung, and Derek closed his eyes, the weight of the conversation pressing down on him. “Serena, no. It’s not that.”“Then what is it?” she pushed. “Because I don’t get it. One minute, we’re okay, and the next, you’re gone. Do you have any idea what it’s like dealing with everything on my own?”He sighed, feeling trapped. He couldn’t deny her pain, couldn’t pretend her words didn’t cut deep. Finally, he relented. “Alright. I’ll see you tomorrow, Serena.”There was a beat of silence, and when she spoke again, he could hear the reli
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124First stop was Edgar’s office. Clarabelle took a deep breath, steeling herself as she approached Edgar’s office. She knocked softly, the sound barely penetrating the tension of the day. After a moment, Edgar’s muffled voice called from within, “Come in.”Pushing the door open, she stepped inside to find Edgar, Ms. Abbott, and Jake huddled around a stack of papers. The air was thick with unease, their whispered conversations abruptly silenced as she entered.Edgar looked up, irritation flashing in his eyes. “Clarabelle,” he said, clearly surprised to see her. “What do you want?”Clarabelle squared her shoulders, trying to project confidence. “Mr. Falck has requested your presence in his office. Immediately.”Ms. Abbott’s brows shot up, her surprise evident. “Now? He expects all of us?”“Yes,” Clarabelle replied firmly, meeting each of their gazes. “All of you. He wants to speak with you… now.”A heavy silence hung in the air as the three exchanged uneasy glances. Edgar scoffed, a
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125Edgar rolled his eyes dramatically, crossing his arms. “This is ridiculous. The man thinks he’s some sort of king. What does he expect us to do? Bow down and worship him?”“Honestly, how do these people rise to power?” Ms. Abbott muttered under her breath. “They think just because they have a title, they can dictate everything. It’s infuriating!”Clarabelle's gaze didn’t waver, and she stepped back slightly. “Mr. Falck expects you now, Ms. Abbott. He was very clear.”Ms. Abbott opened her mouth to retort, but before she could, Edgar cut in. “This is so typical. They think they can just push us around because they’re sitting in some fancy office. He’s just a puppet with a nice title.”“You know what? If I didn’t need this job, I’d tell him exactly what I think,” Jake said, throwing up his hands in frustration. “This is just absurd! Who does he think he is?”“Let’s not forget, this is his office,” Clarabelle reminded them, trying to keep the peace. “He has the power to make things v
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126“Ah, there you are,” he said, his voice smooth but carrying an undercurrent of authority. “I was beginning to wonder if you’d decided to ignore my request.”The three of them stepped inside, their faces a mixture of defiance and resignation. “We’re here,” Ms. Abbott said, her tone clipped.“Good,” he replied, leaning back in his chair with a calculated calmness. “I was just about to discuss some crucial changes that will affect all of you.”The tension in the room intensified. Edgar, arms crossed defiantly, was the first to respond. “What changes? Are you planning to shake things up just because you can?” he asked, his tone laced with skepticism.Ms. Abbott shot him a warning look, but Edgar was undeterred. “We’ve already been through enough turmoil without your interference. We’re not interested in your power plays.”Allvar raised an eyebrow, his irritation apparent. “You didn’t attend the meeting earlier, which was mandatory. As the head of the board, I expect all of you to be p
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127Ms. Abbott took a deep breath, her face flushed with anger. “We may not agree with your methods, but you can’t just threaten us. We’re valuable assets to this company, and we deserve to be treated with respect.”“Respect is earned, not demanded,” Allvar replied sharply. “And right now, you’re not doing a great job of earning it. I expect you all to be at the next meeting. No excuses. If you choose not to attend, then we will need to have a serious discussion about your future here.”Edgar’s jaw tightened, and he glanced at Ms. Abbott and Jake, their expressions mirroring his frustration. “This is ridiculous. We’re not your pawns, Falck, and we refuse to be bullied into submission. You may have the title, but you don’t know the first thing about this team or how we operate.”Allvar's expression darkened, his voice cold. “I will not tolerate insubordination. You need to understand that I will do what it takes to get this company back on track, with or without your cooperation.”“Fin
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128“All right, listen up!” Allvar’s voice cut through the room, his normally calm tone hardened with irritation. “I’ve warned you all repeatedly, but this is the last time. If anyone misses another meeting, there will be severe consequences. We’re not running a casual club here. This company’s future depends on every one of you taking your positions seriously.”The room fell silent, a thick tension settling over the group. They exchanged uneasy glances, anger simmering just beneath the surface.“Understood?” Allvar pressed, his gaze steely as he looked at each of them in turn, letting his stare linger.One by one, they nodded, though begrudgingly. Edgar, however, was not as willing. His expression was dark, and when he finally nodded, it was more of a reluctant jerk of his head. “Yeah, we get it,” he muttered, not even bothering to mask the disdain in his voice.“Good.” Allvar’s lip twitched with a slight smirk as he leaned back, clearly satisfied. “You’re dismissed. We’ll reconvene
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129Jake was practically seething now, his frustration etched deeply into his face. “And what are we left with, huh? He’s not going to forget this, Edgar. Do you think he’s just going to let it slide? He’ll enforce those consequences, and we’re the ones who’ll have to face them!”“Oh, so your solution is just to sit quietly in the corner and say, ‘Yes, sir. Whatever you say, sir’?” Edgar sneered. “Come on, Jake, have some spine!”Jake clenched his jaw, the vein in his forehead visibly pulsing. “This isn’t about having a spine, Edgar! This is about common sense! We’re in no position to take him on—not now. If we keep butting heads, he’s going to break us. You’re letting your ego blind you!”Ms. Abbott stepped between them, her face set with a mixture of exhaustion and resolve. “Enough, both of you,” she said, her voice calm but firm. “We can’t afford to be at each other’s throats like this. Fighting among ourselves isn’t going to get us anywhere. We’re all in this together, remember?”
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130As soon as Edgar, Jake, and Ms. Abbott left his office, Allvar leaned back in his chair, a small smirk spreading across his face. Today had gone better than expected. Not only had he managed to put those three in their place, but he’d finally taken down Victoria Harper, their resident troublemaker. The satisfaction he felt was almost euphoric.“Well, well, Victoria,” he thought to himself, “You thought you could get away with leaking company secrets and playing your little games? Not anymore. You’ve been a thorn in my side for too long, and today, I finally got to see you walk out that door for good.”He chuckled under his breath, the sound low and dark in the empty office. “And calling you out in front of everyone, too... That was priceless. You thought you were untouchable, didn’t you?” He shook his head, still reveling in the memory. “What a good bitch you were, indeed. But now you’re out, and I can finally move on without worrying about your petty betrayals.”As for Edgar, Jak
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252Lily’s heart pounded in her chest, her eyes scanning the crowded room. The laughter and chatter of the guests around her felt like a distant echo, her mind fixed solely on one thing—Allvar. He had promised to bring the antique clock, the one she’d been dying to give her grandmother, but with every passing second, her anxiety mounted. What if he didn’t show up? What if he had forgotten?Her gaze swept over the guests again, her fingers twitching at her sides. She tried to calm her breath, but the tightness in her chest grew. Where was he?"Relax, Lily, he’ll be here," she whispered to herself, though the reassurance felt hollow.But as if to mock her thoughts, a voice broke through the noise, sharp and unmistakable. Tobias."Still waiting for that prince charming, Lily?" he drawled, his voice smooth and condescending. Lily stiffened, her back straightening in defiance as she turned to face him."Tobias," she said with a strained smile, her tone icy. "I told you already, stay away f
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251**The Next Day** Allvar adjusted the frayed scarf around his neck as he stepped into the crisp morning air. Dressed in faded jeans and an old jacket, he looked more like a man who’d wandered off the street than someone of his stature. It wasn’t often he dressed down—his position demanded a certain level of polish—but today, he needed anonymity. If the antique dealers knew who he was, the price of the clock he sought would magically triple. His goal was clear: find a vintage clock for Lily’s grandmother. He had promised to deliver something special, and Allvar never went back on his word. But as he stepped into the first shop on the narrow, cobbled street, he realized this task might be trickier than he’d imagined. The bell above the door jingled as Allvar entered, and a wiry old man behind the counter greeted him with a suspicious squint. The shop smelled of aged wood and dust, the shelves cluttered with trinkets and relics that seemed to groan under their own histories. “
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250---**Later that evening** Allvar’s office, usually a picture of order and control, was abuzz with unease. Clarabelle paced, her sharp heels clicking against the marble floor as she barked instructions into her phone. “I don’t care how long it takes—trace the source of those logs. Every server. Every access point. I want answers *now.*” Falck watched her silently from behind his desk, his sharp gaze narrowing as he considered her. Despite her loyalty, the evidence against her was too precise, too perfect. It wasn’t her style to leave loose ends. “Clarabelle,” he said finally, his tone calm but loaded with meaning. She ended the call and turned to him. “Yes?” “Do you think I’m a fool?” Her expression faltered for the briefest moment before she schooled it into neutrality. “Of course not.” “Then explain why someone is going to such great lengths to frame you,” he continued, standing and walking around the desk. “Why you, of all people? There are others in my organiza
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249Two days later,The cell door buzzed open, and Mrs. Abbott stepped out, flanked by two guards. Her movements were sharp and deliberate as she adjusted her blazer, her fiery determination evident. Jake and Edgar followed closely behind, their expressions a mix of confusion and relief.“How…?” Edgar finally stammered. “How are we out?”Mrs. Abbott smirked, her confidence fully restored. “Did you really think I’d let Falck win without a backup plan?”Jake frowned. “But the charges—the evidence—”“All part of the game,” a voice interrupted. The tall visitor from the previous night emerged from the shadows, their trench coat billowing slightly as they walked. “Let’s just say some strings were pulled.”Mrs. Abbott crossed her arms, her gaze piercing. “What’s your angle? Why help us?”The visitor’s lips curled into a sly smile. “I told you—I despise Falck. But more importantly, I see potential in you. With the right guidance, you could be more than just pawns in his game.”Jake glanced n
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248As Lily and Allvar walked toward her grandmother’s house, the earlier tension from their run-in with Tobias had mostly faded. The quiet neighborhood felt like a world away from the chaos of the day, and the modest house that came into view looked as welcoming as ever. With its weathered shutters and a garden brimming with winter blooms, it exuded a calm that Lily desperately needed.“This is it,” she said, gesturing toward the house. A small smile flickered across her face, though it didn’t last long.“It’s beautiful,” Allvar said, genuinely impressed. He slowed his steps as he noticed her expression falter. “But you don’t look too happy to see it. What’s wrong?”Lily sighed, her shoulders slumping. “It’s nothing.”“Lily,” Allvar said gently, stopping in his tracks. “Come on. I can tell something’s bothering you.”She hesitated, biting her lip. “I just... I wanted to get my grandma something special. Something original. She’s done so much for me, and I wanted to show her how much
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“Allvar’s not the problem here,” Lily said, her voice trembling with fury. “You are, Tobias. Always have been.”Tobias let out a dry laugh, as if he found her resistance laughable. “Really?” he scoffed. “You think he—this nobody—can make you happy? Don’t kid yourself, Lily. You’ve been trying to break free from me, but you can’t. You won’t. I’m the one who knows you, the one who knows what’s best for you.”Lily's hands clenched into fists at her sides, every nerve in her body screaming to put him in his place. She turned to Allvar, her eyes locking with his for a moment, silently asking for support, silently telling him that she wouldn’t back down, no matter what Tobias said. Allvar nodded slightly, his expression unwavering.She turned back to Tobias, standing taller now, her voice steady and full of conviction. “You think you know me? You think you’re the one who gets to decide what’s best for me? Well, you’re wrong.” She shook her head. “You don’t get to control me anymore. I’m don
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246Lily’s heart sank as Tobias’s voice reached her ears again. His mocking tone was unmistakable, and she braced herself for whatever cruel words he was about to throw at her.“Oh, I see,” Tobias said, stepping back into the scene with a self-satisfied grin. “Are we done with this little emotional moment now? Or are you planning to start crying next?” He raised an eyebrow, looking between Lily and Allvar. “I just can’t seem to get enough of this charade.”Lily clenched her fists at her sides, determined not to let him get to her again. “Tobias,” she said, her voice low and controlled, “you really are pathetic. You think belittling people makes you important. But you’re just a coward hiding behind your money and status.”Tobias chuckled, as if her words didn’t faze him. “Oh, Lily, always so dramatic. I’m not the one standing here defending someone who can barely string together a sentence without embarrassing himself. You really think you can change anything?” He scoffed, turning to A
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245She took a deep breath, feeling the tension in her shoulders ease just a little. “I guess it’s just hard when it’s someone you’ve known for so long. You start to wonder if they’re really as bad as they seem, or if you’re just seeing things the wrong way.”“You’re not seeing things wrong,” Allvar said with a seriousness that surprised her. “People show you who they are through their actions, not their words. And Tobias... he’s been showing you exactly who he is for a long time. Don’t ignore it just because it’s familiar.”Lily’s heart skipped at his words. There was something about the conviction in his voice that made her pause. It wasn’t like him to speak so firmly, but when he did, she found herself listening. Really listening.“I guess I’ve been hoping he’d change,” she admitted, her voice barely above a whisper. “That one day he’d see me for who I am, not just... his idea of what I should be.”Allvar’s gaze softened, and for a moment, Lily thought she saw a flicker of empathy
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244Allvar remained still for a moment, his gaze still focused on Tobias’s retreating form. Then he turned to Lily, his expression softening. “Don’t let him bother you,” he said, his voice low and comforting. “People like him don’t deserve your attention.”Lily shook her head, her frustration still lingering. “He’s always like this, though. It’s like he thinks he can control everything around him. And... I’m not supposed to fight him because he’s ‘important.’” She rolled her eyes, her voice dripping with sarcasm. “Well, I’m sorry if I didn’t get the memo on who’s important and who’s not.”Allvar let out a soft chuckle, his eyes glinting with a mixture of amusement and disbelief. “Important, huh?” he said, raising an eyebrow. “Yeah, I’ve met plenty of people who think they have the world in their hands because of their last name or their bank account.”Lily glanced at him, her expression softening for a moment. “You don’t really care about any of that, do you?”Allvar shrugged, looking
