LOGINAudrey RedField's world crumbles when she discovers that her boyfriend, Zachary and her younger step sister, Amelia are getting engaged and to steal her inheritance. Fueled by anger, Audrey strikes a deal with a mysterious CEO, Xander Clarkson and enters into a marriage of continence, little does she know that he has his own agenda, one that ties Audrey to him far more deeply than she would ever imagine. However, when she discovers the secret he had been hiding and how it would affect her, would she choose to stay with him?
View MoreAmelia’s POV Audrey’s expression didn’t change. She was as composed as ever, but I could see the flicker of annoyance in her eyes. “That’s exactly the problem, Amelia. You don’t care. You’ve been handed this opportunity, and you’re treating it like a game. This is a business, our father’s legacy, and you’re a nuisance to everyone who’s trying to keep it running.” “Spare me the speech, Audrey,” I shot back, standing up straighter and meeting her gaze. “You think you’re the only one who knows how to run this company? You think just because you’ve been here longer, you’re more entitled to everything? I could do just as well as you, if I wanted to. But unlike you, I have other things I’m focused on.” Her eyes narrowed slightly as she crossed her arms, mirroring my stance. “Is that what you tell yourself? That you could be in charge if you actually cared enough to try? The truth is, Amelia, you’ve never had to work for anything in your life. You think everything will just fall into you
Amelia’s POV Claire chuckled, crossing her arms in return as she leaned against the counter. “That little confrontation was part of the plan. You’re new here, Amelia. If you walked into the boardroom acting like you owned the place from day one, they’d all turn against you. You don’t have the experience, the reputation, or the leverage to pull that off yet. But if we make them think you and I are at odds, that we’re not working together, they’ll lower their guard.” I blinked, momentarily stunned by the shift in her demeanor. “You’re saying you embarrassed me on purpose?” “Embarrassed you? No, no. I created a distraction,” Claire said smoothly. “They’ll see me as someone who’s not on your side, as someone who’s going to challenge you every step of the way. And you? You’ll be seen as someone who’s still figuring things out. It buys us time, Amelia. Time to plan, time to strategize.” I felt the anger bubbling inside me begin to dissipate, replaced by confusion and a begrudging sense
Audrey’s POV I tried my best to not lose my mind and even when it was failing, I was surely holding back my rage. “Amelia,” I said in a firm but measured voice, “this is not just about profits or benefits. It’s about staying true to the company’s direction. Merging with other companies can mess that up.” She rolled her eyes, completely unperturbed by my words. “Oh come on, Audrey. You just fear change. You always have been. But if we want to grow, change is necessary.” I opened my mouth to respond, but before I could, Claire Devereux, one of the board’s most influential members, spoke. “Amelia,” she insisted, eyes narrowing in Amelia’s way, “this is no time for small talk. If you want to contribute to this conversation, I suggest you take it seriously.” I appreciated Claire’s intervention, but Amelia didn’t back down. Instead, she turned her attention to Claire, her face hardened. “And who are you to tell me what to do?” Amelia replied, contempt flowing through her voice. “You’r
Amelia’s POV Claire’s eyes flickered with something—interest, perhaps. “Ah, so this isn’t just about the company.” I narrowed my eyes at her. “It’s about my life. My future. I’m not going to let her take everything from me.” “What are you talking about? You seem to be having more of a personal strife.” I sighed. “How about you leave me alone to help myself in this shithole? How about that?” Claire moved closer, her heels clicking softly against the floor. She stopped just a few feet away from me, her eyes studying me intently. “Amelia, let me give you some advice. In this world, no one gives you anything. You have to take it.” Her words hung in the air between us, and for a moment, I wasn’t sure what to make of her. She was a board member, part of the establishment that I despised, but there was something about her that intrigued me. She wasn’t like the others. She wasn’t here to coddle me or play nice. She was telling me exactly what I wanted to hear. It was almost like she w
Xander’s POV I squeezed her hand gently, encouraging her to continue. Audrey didn’t often open up like this, but when she did, I always wanted to be there to listen, to hold her in the moments when her past felt too heavy to carry alone. I loved the way she was telling me all of this as it made m
Amelia’s POV Audrey did her best to remain silent as she riffed through the papers they gave her to hold. “You know, in this company there are policies that simply cannot be taken lightly and this requires someone who actually knows what they are doing.” Her whole focus was on me now, her lips c
Audrey’s POV He pulled back after a moment, glancing at the clock on the nightstand. “I hate to leave you, but I’ve got to get to work.” I pouted playfully, pretending to be upset. “Do you really have to go?” After the incident of the other day, I was seeing Xander in a different light. Maybe
Audrey’s POV “I know you don’t like the idea,” my father said, his voice remaining calm. “But I want to give her a chance.” Oh but I wasn’t going to let this slide. What did he mean he wanted to give her a chance? What did she do to deserve that chance? She only ate his money and nothing more.
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