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Chapter 168

Author: Lean
Sydney felt the weight of his hand on hers, her other palm braced against his leg. She understood now that their balance had changed. In this relationship, Julian held all the power.

She nodded. "I know."

The car eased to a smooth stop in front of Sterling Corp.'s headquarters. A knock tapped against the tinted window. It was Charlotte.

Even though the privacy glass separated them, Sydney instinctively pulled free from his grip and slid back into her seat. Meeting Julian's sharp, displeased gaze, she explained primly, "We're at work."

There should be clear lines between business and personal.

Julian let it drop and stepped out with the cool, aloof poise that came as naturally as breathing. The man who had pressed her into his arms moments before was gone.

Charlotte had been about to speak when her eyes flicked past him, catching sight of Sydney in the back seat. Surprised, she blinked. "Syd, heading to R&D?"

"Yes," Sydney said, nodding.

Charlotte smiled, then turned to Julian.
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