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Chapter 11

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> “Make sure the flowers are delivered this morning—exactly at eight.”

Rafael spoke firmly into the phone, his eyes fixed on a small slip of paper covered in his own handwriting.

He had written it carefully the night before, every word carrying meaning.

For Nadine — the woman who taught me the strength of silence.

I come not to take anything from you, only to protect your heart from afar.

— Rafael

After hanging up, Rafael took a long breath.

His heart pounded wildly, like a young man about to confess love for the first time.

He had kept those feelings buried for so long—afraid to hurt her, afraid to be rejected.

But today… he wanted to try.

He wanted Nadine to know that someone loved her unconditionally.

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Meanwhile, on the top floor of N.R. Corporation, Nadine had just entered the conference room.

Mira followed close behind, carrying several important folders.

> “This morning’s agenda, Madam: the southern branch acquisition report, and the signing ceremony with SilverTech.”

“Alrigh
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