Chapter 42 - Crossing Paths

Karina sat at the café, her polished nails tapping nervously on the marble table. She was waiting for someone she had thought of as not only a close friend but also a potential savior for her company: Angela Matthews. They had known each other for years, and Karina had counted on this meeting to secure Angela as a shareholder for her struggling business after Luke’s arrest had caused a loss of investors.

Angela arrived, all smiles and pleasantries at first, and they exchanged the usual small talk. But as soon as the conversation turned to business, the atmosphere shifted.

Karina smiles widely.

"I think you'd be a great fit as a shareholder, Angela. We've always worked so well together, and I know you trust me."

Angela glanced down at her coffee, stirring it quietly before speaking. She clears her throat awkwardly.

"Karina... I really wish I could help. I mean, I want to... but, given everything going on with Luke—"

Karina interrupts.

"That has nothing to do with the business. Luke
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