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Chapter 5

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As we brushed past each other into the living room, Gabriel smugly adjusted the cufflinks on his tailored suit.

He leaned close to my ear and whispered, "Remember what I said. Be good, and the position of my wife will always be yours."

He looked completely arrogant, acting like he had already taken the underboss seat in our family.

But his smugness did not last long.

Once all the different factions were seated in the main room, my father walked down the stairs.

He walked straight to the head of the room, gently took my wrist, and led me to his side.

"Everyone, tonight is a moment worth remembering. I have a decision to announce."

He looked around the room and continued, "My daughter, Kiara, has turned twenty today. According to our traditions and a promise made years ago, she will choose a husband from the heirs of our allied families."

"This man will serve as Kiara's underboss, ruling the family's empire alongside her."

My father had held absolute power in both the legal and underground worlds for decades, building a terrifying empire.

No one knew the true extent of his wealth.

Even a fraction of our territory could keep anyone here rich for lifetimes.

A hushed murmur of excitement rippled through the room, filled with clear envy.

"So now, Kiara will personally reveal who she has chosen as her partner."

Gabriel immediately adjusted his tie and stood taller. He put on a fake, loving smile and took a confident step forward, ready to claim his prize.

But I didn't even look at him.

"I have made my final decision. Tonight, I choose no one."

"On the day of my supposed wedding, I will be boarding a flight to the West Coast."

My voice was not loud, but every word was clear, piercing through the room like a bullet.

Gabriel froze. His smile vanished instantly.

The color drained from his face, and he stared at me like I had just pulled a gun on him.
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