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Chapter 15 :Web of Lies

Penulis: Belinda Banks
last update Terakhir Diperbarui: 2025-06-06 00:51:02

The morning light filtered weakly through the drapes, casting long shadows across the penthouse. Damon sat behind his massive mahogany desk, a half-empty glass of whiskey forgotten at his side as he stared at the screen of his laptop. The emails Lou had uncovered were damning—coded messages between Katrina and someone on Damon’s own staff, encrypted and full of dark promises.

He ran a hand through his hair, tension etching deep lines on his face. The man who controlled billions was suddenly powerless in the face of a traitor hiding in his inner circle.

Sarah appeared in the doorway, the soft click of her heels barely audible over the pounding of his heart. Her eyes, sharp and fierce despite the exhaustion they bore, locked onto the screen.

“Anything new?” she asked, stepping closer.

He motioned toward the screen. “Mason. The driver.”

Sarah’s breath hitched. Mason had always seemed loyal, unassuming. But the truth was a merciless blade.

“I can’t believe it,” she whispered.

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