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Chapter 96

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Charlotte

I move to the window, trying to compose myself, while Rhys deals with whatever urgent matter requires his attention.

Through the glass, I can see the city spread out below. Somewhere out there, Elena is preparing for our meeting. Gathering her evidence, organizing her thoughts.

In less than two hours, we'll know if this is real. If we actually have a shot at bringing down the Anders family.

The thought sends a thrill through me, anticipation mixed with nerves.

"Sorry about that," Rhys says behind me, ending his call. "Crisis averted."

"What was it?"

"Nothing important. Just David being paranoid about a contract clause." He comes up behind me, his arms wrapping around my waist. "Where were we?"

"I think we were being interrupted."

"Right. That." He presses a kiss to my shoulder. "Want to try again, or should we wait until we're somewhere with a lock on the door?"

"Probably safer to wait. Joan seems to have impeccable timing."

"She really does. It's actually kind of impressiv
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