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CHAPTER TWENTY FIVE The First Crack

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Elena didn’t go back to her office.

Not immediately.

If she did, she would have to sit. And if she sat, she might think. And if she thought—

She might feel something she wasn’t ready to deal with.

So she kept walking.

Past the executive floor. Past the glass corridors and quiet conversations that softened the moment she passed. Past the subtle glances that lingered a second too long.

She didn’t acknowledge any of it.

Didn’t slow down.

Didn’t stop until she reached the stairwell door and pushed i
Stacy R. Simmons

Thank you for staying with this story ❤️ Things are starting to shift… and not everyone is ready for what’s coming next. Tell me—are you on Elena’s side, or do you think Lucian deserves a chance? 👀 I’m reading every comment, and trust me… the next chapters will test you 🔥

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