38 Darius, despite the insults, kept his composure. His fists clenched tightly at his sides as he felt the anger bubble up within him. He breathed in deeply, his chest rising and falling noticeably, trying to keep his response measured. "Ray, your concern for my affairs is, as always, misplaced and
39 Ray’s temper flared, but he caught the eye of Mrs. Simmons, who was watching him closely, her expression unyielding. He exhaled sharply, trying to temper his anger. He didn't want to make a scene in front of Mr. Sanchez's secretary, aware that it could hurt his family's interests. "Look, Mrs. S
40 Her eyes darted up to meet Mr. Sanchez’s, seeking confirmation that what she was seeing was real. “Yes, it’s what you think it is,” Mr. Sanchez said, his voice now infused with a warmth that hadn’t been there before. “Based on your commitment and the potential I see in your family's company, I
41 Ray could hardly believe what he was hearing. Leslie’s words echoed in his mind, each syllable piercing through his disbelief like a knife. He watched her carefully, searching for any hint of deception, but her expression remained steadfast, her eyes unwavering. "Wait, what do you mean you got
42 Leslie's fury burned like a wildfire as she stormed into the lobby of Werner's villa. Her footsteps echoed with each stride, her jaw clenched and her fists tight at her sides. She couldn't let Ray get away with stealing the contract, not after all the hard work she had put in to secure it. "It
43 As Leslie stood there, her anger boiling beneath the surface, she watched as her family showered Ray with praise and adulation. Lord Werner's smile seemed to grow wider with every word of praise he bestowed upon his favored grandson. "Ray, my boy," Lord Werner exclaimed, his voice filled with p
44 Leslie's frustration boiled over as she followed Darius out of the room, her mind buzzing with indignation. She couldn't believe they would dismiss her so easily, but Dariu's unwavering support gave her a glimmer of hope. As they walked down the hallway, Leslie couldn't help but ask, "Why did y
45 The next day, Leslie arrived alone at the grand hotel, its opulent facade gleaming in the morning sun. The sign above the entrance read "The Grand Regency Hotel,". She didn't want to bother Darius by asking him to come with her at the conference. She hesitated for a moment, taking in the impos