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38. Their encounter.

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EVELYN POV

I stepped into the office, lowering my phone from my ear after realizing Simone wasn’t answering. The staff glanced up, bowing their heads in respect as I passed by, and I returned their gestures with a warm smile.

“This way, Ms.,” Simone's assistant said, extending his arm toward Simone's office before bowing slightly.

Nacro Fashions Jewelry was officially investing in the project. This was a huge deal—partnering with a major player in the fashion industry!

I opened the door to the office and found Simone lounging on the couch, a coffee cup cradled in his hands. He took a slow sip before placing the cup on the table that sat between the two couches.

"Sorry for being late. My apologies," I said, my eyes darting around the room. Then I spotted him—a frail old man seated across from Simone, with a young woman beside him.

"It's fine," the old man replied, his voice calm and steady. "Your presence here already means a lot."

I nodded with a small smile, but my atten
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