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Because she suddenly got a habit of being overly brave nowadays.” My best friend narrowed her eyes at me. “I knew she was going to do something. I told her not to get herself into any mess, but she didn’t listen.” This time, it was my brother. “And yet you didn’t care to tell me…

Come, let’s go to the living room.” Smiling, Dad led us inside. He had a glint in his aged eyes, giving Ace a look of appreciation. Mr.Valencian didn’t have to try to win my parents’ heart. They always loved him as their own son. And now they welcomed him as their family with whole heart….

Well, I was on his team if it was the latter. But I needed to thank Duncan for what he did. He was a big help today. “Hey!” I said, pressing the phone against my ear. “Emerald, how are you doing?” Deep voice with thick Italian accent. Cassie was always a goner for Italian men…

I asked. “He didn’t leave, did he? He—“ “He also left, Ms. Hutton. The manager told me the boss and Mr.Balakin left in his car.” I stumbled back. My blood ran cold as I gasped. Tears blurred my vision as I shook my head. I felt everything crashing down on me. I couldn’t breathe. No….

“Rosebud, look at me!” Cupping my face, he made me look at him. “No…” My voice caught in my throat as his stormy gray eyes met mine. They held concern and the same affection they always bore for me there. Then I realized where I was. I was in the arms of my Ace. “Ace…”…

If I had known he was going to go after you even after knowing what I had done to Antonio, I’d have killed him even before he could think about harming you.” There was a storm brewing in his gray orbs that indicated someone’s demise. Arthur’s demise. “You were nowhere near my plan to catch…

“I know. I’m sorry, even I was scared. Terrified actually. I thought I could sneak out quietly before they would even notice me, but unfortunately, they did. Thank God Duncan got there at the right time.” “It should have been me. I should’ve been there to protect you rather than trying to proceed with my…

Their conversation stopped immediately. As did my heart. SEVENTY-ONE: CURIOSITY KILLED THE CAT A n eerie silence fell over the ambience for a moment while I stood there frozen. Only the sound of my own heavy breathing reached my ears. Then I heard footsteps approaching from the other side of the door. Oh, no! They’re…

“Before you die, the boss wants to give you his greetings.” I stared at the phone in his hand. Gulping again, I shook my head, turned around, and pushed the guards away. But as soon as I started to run, I was pulled back harshly by my hair. I whimpered at the pain that shot…

So, I called Carter. After two rings, he picked it up. “Good morning, Ms. Hutton.” His cheerful voice came through the phone. “Carter, can you please pass the phone to Ace? I need to talk to him urgently.” “Umm, I’m so sorry, Ms. Hutton. But maybe he has already entered the conference room. I’m on…