Chapter 75

Maria’s voice echoed through the room as she stepped inside without warning, her tone sugary sweet yet sharp enough to cut through the tension. “Well, look at you, Emma, busy as always.”

Emma didn’t look up immediately, flipping through documents, her instincts on high alert. Victor, standing near the desk, tensed beside her. “Maria,” he acknowledged coolly, his eyes narrowing, “what do you want?”

Maria’s smile widened as she sauntered into the room, her heels clicking against the marble floor with each deliberate step. “Oh, Victor, don’t be so cold. I’m just here to talk,” she purred, eyes fixed on Emma like a predator sizing up prey. “Emma and I need to clear the air, don’t we, cousin?”

Emma raised her head slowly, locking eyes with Maria. Her stomach churned with unease. She could feel Victor’s gaze on her, protective but cautious. “What do you mean, Maria?” Emma asked, her voice calm but firm.

Maria leaned against the edge of the desk, her smile dripping with fake warmth. “I’ve be
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