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Chapter 132Elena’s POVThe control room of Studio A was thick with the rich, uncompressed sound of a live cello, its deep notes vibrating softly through the acoustic flooring. I sat on the leather lounge sofa near the mixing console, resting my hands over the high curve of my stomach while Sarah played back the raw vocal stems from our morning session.Everything was running with precision. The track sounded warm and authentic, completely free of the sterile over-production that my previous label used to force onto my records.The heavy acoustic door swung open, and Carter walked into the room.His face was set in that rigid, unyielding line that usually meant someone in the corporate world had made a severe mistake. Behind him was Marcus, holding a fresh legal folder stamped with David Vance’s Manhattan firm insignia.Maya, who had been cross-referencing the sheet music at the desk, stood up immediately, her posture straightening as she looked between Carter and Marcus."Is s
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Chapter 129Elena’s POVThe private executive office on the second floor of the Stowe lodge felt cold and businesslike despite the soft glow of the fireplace.Outside the window, a light autumn rain had begun to fall, dusting the pine trees in a sleek coat of water. Inside, Carter stood near the wide oak desk, his cell phone pressed to his ear, his voice dropping into that deep, razor-sharp register he used when he was dismantling an opponent in business.Standing beside the bookshelf was Marcus, our head of security, along with David Vance—Carter’s lead corporate litigation attorney, who had joined us via a secure video conference link from Manhattan.I sat on the velvet sofa, holding a warm cup of tea, with Maya sitting close beside me. She looked vastly different from the trembling girl who had broken down in the parlor just hours ago. She was wearing one of my heavy knit cardigans, her dark hair tied back in a neat clip, and though her hands still rested nervously in her lap,
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Chapter 128Elena’s POVThe private mountain resort in Stowe, Vermont, was enveloped in a quiet, golden autumn stillness. Tall pines framed the timber lodge, and the crisp mountain air carried the rich scent of woodsmoke and maple.After our days along the coast, Carter had arranged for us to spend the week in this secluded haven before we officially headed down to Boston for the live recording sessions. It was supposed to be a week dedicated entirely to rest, warm fires, and quiet evenings.Instead, it became the moment I realized why I had survived everything I went through.I was sitting in the lodge’s sunlit parlor, reviewing the updated sheet music for my Boston studio tracks, when Maya walked in to set down a tray of warm chamomile tea.Maya was twenty-four, a talented secondary assistant whom Sarah had hired two months ago to manage my wardrobe and daily schedules on the road. She was usually bright, quick-witted, and incredibly attentive. But over the last three days of
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Chapter 127Elena’s POVThe coastal breeze sweeping across the granite cliffs of Bar Harbor was sharp and intoxicating, carrying the rich, salty tang of the open Atlantic.Our private estate sat perched high on a secluded bluff, surrounded on three sides by towering, dense evergreen forests that framed a breathtaking, unobstructed view of the ocean. After four peaceful days in the mountains of New Hampshire, arriving at our second tour stop felt like stepping into an even deeper layer of calm.I stood on the wide stone terrace, wrapped in a plush cream cashmere coat, holding a mug of warm spiced cider in both hands. The crisp autumn sun broke through the light morning fog, casting a shimmering, golden path across the water below.Behind me, the heavy glass doors opened quietly. Carter walked out onto the terrace, holding his own mug of black coffee. He had traded his Manhattan suits for dark denim, a heavy knit sweater, and leather boots, looking completely relaxed away from exec
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Chapter 126Elena’s POVThe morning air in the White Mountains of New Hampshire was cool, crisp, and filled with the sharp, clean scent of pine needles and damp earth.Instead of flying straight back to New York after the music honors gala, Carter had surprised me with a two-week private getaway before my Boston studio sessions were scheduled to begin. He had booked an exclusive, fully staffed mountain lodge perched high above the valley in Jackson. It was the first leg of a relaxed, low-impact autumn tour he had meticulously planned—a chance for us to step entirely off the grid, unwind in nature, and take in the vibrant fall foliage before the third trimester locked us into place at home.I stood on the wide timber porch of the cabin, wearing a heavy cable-knit sweater, thick leggings, and sturdy leather hiking boots. My seven-month belly was snug against the sweater, a warm, solid reminder of how close we were to meeting our child."Coffee’s ready," Carter murmured, stepping ou
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Chapter 125Elena’s POVThe grand ballroom of the Grand Hyatt in Manhattan was a sea of glittering crystal chandeliers, white roses, and soft, orchestral music. Tonight was the annual East Coast Music Honors gala, and the air was thick with the high-energy buzz of executives, producers, and famous artists.Only a year ago, standing in a room like this would have filled me with a quiet, defensive tension. Back then, every public event felt like a calculated exercise in survival, constantly dodging sharp questions about my past, my former firm, or the ugly rumors Damian’s public relations team loved to spin in the tabloids.Tonight, however, the atmosphere was entirely different.I stood near the main stage, wearing a custom, emerald-green silk gown that flowed effortlessly down to the floor, beautifully accentuating the distinct, proud swell of my seven-month pregnancy. Beside me stood Carter, striking and formidable in a tailored black tuxedo, his hand resting securely against th
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