Julia’s POVI glared at Mr. Victor, the air between us filled with unspoken tension. My gaze flicked to Declan, who stood beside me now, his lips curved into a familiar, easy smile that didn’t quite mask the sharpness in his eyes. Those eyes darted between me and Victor, reading the scene with that uncanny intuition he’d always had. I opened my mouth, trying to form words, but my tongue felt clumsy, tangled in the chaos of the moment.“I…I’m sorry, Mr. Victor,” I managed, my voice tight but steadying as I clutched my portfolio tighter. “I have other things that need my attention at Julison.”Victor’s expression shifted, the warmth in his eyes cooling slightly, though his smile remained. “Of course, Julia,” he said, his voice smooth but obvious with something I couldn’t quite place. Maybe disappointment, perhaps, or restraint. “I understand.” He added. Before I could respond, Declan spoke. “Actually,” he said, “I just got a call from Jake. Scarlett’s in the hospital, and they need you
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