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Chapter 16

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last update Fecha de publicación: 2026-09-11 20:56:42

Kayla's POV

The next day at work

The smooth Heavy doors of the main executive elevator slid open, and I stepped out onto the top floor of Throne Corporation.

My heart was already pounding a frantic, uneven rhythm against my ribs, but I forced my expression into a mask of polite, calm composure. Just keep your head down, I repeated in my mind. You are an invisible trainee. You collect your paycheck, you buy baby clothes, and you stay out of sight.

I smoothed down the front of my light red Jacket
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