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Chapter 57
Emiliana
“You need to eat.” Giovanni rasped into my ear. I shook my head, unable to stomach through the turmoil and anxiety that had gripped my insides. My eyes ventured across the expanse of the city ahead, my mind flitting through what would happen - no doubt exaggerating the consequences.
“I’m with you, every step of the way.” Giovanni wrapped his arms around my waist, confirming his words to me. I turned to face those piercing forest-like eyes that landed on mine, sending a wave of comfort.
But no matter what he said to me at that moment, I was still unnerved by becoming a failure. As much as I didn’t want the CEO position, I wasn’t going to avoid my responsibilities.
I stepped out of his embrace, reaching for the coffee beside me. My g
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