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Chapter 10: Beginning of rivalry

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His last words ring in my ears to a deafening silence.

" Did he just tell me I'm joining him at the headquarters as his personal assistant?”

I take a moment to process it in my mind. On one hand, it's a dream come true. On the other hand, it might endanger my son.

By the time I got home, Kelvin's nanny was gone. And Kelvin is fast asleep.

Monday is in two days. That's too soon. But more than that, I have to let Roman's grandmother know.

If we can agree on my stay, whatever secret she has buried can remain buried.

I got to the venue. The Hill Star palace.

I flip the card just to be sure I'm at the right venue.

This is the heart of grandeur and opulence. A magnificent structure with a bold statement of the Hill's family wealth. It is structured in medieval architectural style, and the decor has a combination of Bohemian and Scandinavian details.

From the gate to the hall, spring blossoms emit their perfumes. Just a walk down to the hall feels like going down an aisle.

A man in a ta
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