Serena’s POVStevie charges over the second I walk in. Before I can even sit down, she’s already fuming. “That asshole! If I ever see him, I swear I’ll — ”“Stevie…” I try to calm her, but she’s not having it.“No, I’m serious, Serena. What kind of scumbag does that?” Her fists are clenched like she
Bill’s POVThe contract sits on the table between us. He’s known for being difficult to convince, but I’m not worried. We’ve built Pinnacle AI for this exact moment.Josh and Leo sit next to me, calm but focused. Brandon taps his fingers on the table, then looks up and meets my eyes.“Looks great,”
Serena’s POVThe moment we step onto the set of Shattered Reflections, it’s like entering a whole new world. People are everywhere — talking, setting up equipment, adjusting lights. Everything seems to be moving all at once, like everyone knows exactly what they need to do. I’ve been to big events
Bill’s POVI’m gripping the wheel harder than I need to as I drive north toward the mountains. The road winds ahead of me, but all I can think about is the conversation waiting for me at the end of it. My heart’s beating a little faster, but I keep my focus on the road. Santa Barbara’s not far now.
Serena’s POVStevie bursts into my office the moment I sit down at my desk, eyes wide with excitement. "Okay, spill. You met Ester Paige! What happened? Is she as perfect in real life as she seems?"I laugh, leaning back in my chair. "Yeah, she's pretty stunning. Honestly, even more so in person."S
Bill’s POVI don’t sleep much after leaving Russell’s place. The name Irina Petrovna keeps running through my mind like a broken record.So when I get back, I immediately call James, and we dive into it.“Ever heard of her?” I ask him, pacing in my office. “Not off the top of my head, but give me a
Serena’s POVI step out of Matt’s car and stare at his house — no, scratch that — his mansion. It’s massive, with towering white pillars and wide, sprawling windows that make my apartment feel like a shoebox. For a second, I wonder if he’s secretly a billionaire like Bill and Calvin. The thought thr
Serena’s POVStevie leans against my desk, that familiar teasing smirk already forming. “So, you met Matt’s mom, huh? How was that? Did she ask when you two are getting married?”I roll my eyes but can’t help the smile tugging at my lips. “It wasn’t like that, Stevie.”“Uh-huh,” she drags out, her v