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I leaned against the edge of my desk, tablet in hand, reviewing the checklist for Diether and Lianna’s wedding. Lianna stood beside me, radiant and precise, flipping through invitations and adjusting the seating arrangements with her usual meticulous care.

“I just want to make sure everything’s perfect,” I said.

Lianna laughed softly. “You’ve done enough already. If anything goes wrong, it’s on you,” she teased.

I shook my head with a small, forced smile. “Not helping. You’re just making me more nervous.”

She chuckled, then her expression softened. “I just… I don’t know how we’re going to manage everything,” she admitted quietly. “Both our parents are so busy, Diether’s swamped at work, and I feel like I’m juggling everything myself.”

I nodded. “Yeah, it’s a lot when everyone depends on you. But don’t worry, I’ll help wherever I can. Just tell me what needs to be done.”

Her eyes softened with relief. “Really? That would be a huge help. I know it’s not your responsibility, b
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    I leaned against the edge of my desk, tablet in hand, reviewing the checklist for Diether and Lianna’s wedding. Lianna stood beside me, radiant and precise, flipping through invitations and adjusting the seating arrangements with her usual meticulous care. “I just want to make sure everything’s perfect,” I said. Lianna laughed softly. “You’ve done enough already. If anything goes wrong, it’s on you,” she teased. I shook my head with a small, forced smile. “Not helping. You’re just making me more nervous.” She chuckled, then her expression softened. “I just… I don’t know how we’re going to manage everything,” she admitted quietly. “Both our parents are so busy, Diether’s swamped at work, and I feel like I’m juggling everything myself.” I nodded. “Yeah, it’s a lot when everyone depends on you. But don’t worry, I’ll help wherever I can. Just tell me what needs to be done.” Her eyes softened with relief. “Really? That would be a huge help. I know it’s not your responsibility, b

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  • Hidding the Billionaire's Heir   Chapter 9

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