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Chapter 15: The Call That Shifted the Mood

Adrian’s POV

I leaned back in my chair, staring at the mess that was my desk. God, I hated this office. Every inch of it reeked of fake respectability. I was still fuming from the conversation with Damon, and it took everything in me not to throw something against the wall. But as I stared at the papers, trying to ground myself in something solid, my phone buzzed.

Elise.

I didn't even hesitate. I answered, my mood shifting before I even spoke. "Hey." The irritation from earlier already melting away at the sound of her voice.

"Hi, Adrian. The penthouse looks great, all cleaned up and ready for when you get back," she said, all easy-going and light, like she hadn't just ta

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