As Annie leaned in to whisper, a subtle edge crept into her tone. "Do not be misled by Andrew's attractive appearance," she remarked, her hazel eyes glinting with contained fury. "That man is cruel, Rose." "I truly mean it." Rose blinked, her eyes wandering around the room to the man in question. Andrew was positioned against the distant wall of the conference room, surrounded by large glass windows that allowed the warm afternoon light to stream in. He was chuckling at something a board member remarked. Nothing about him indicated any threat. In truth, he appeared to be a completely charming, gentle, and respectable young man. Rose started, her voice soft and tentative, "He doesn't look like you..."Annie arched an eyebrow sharply, interrupting Rose. "That's precisely the point." He looks like a saint to everyone. However, I've noticed the chill in his gaze. "There is nothing new, only malice and a complete lack of compassion." Her words landed like frost on Rose's skin, piercing
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