Damon's POVToday was a long day. I can't believe that Sienna tried to steal our files. Sleep evades me. I’ve been pacing the length of my study for what feels like hours, bourbon untouched on the desk, tie discarded on the arm of a chair. The penthouse is quiet, too quiet, and that silence leaves space for her face to creep in, Claire Johnson. The woman I told myself I would keep at arm’s length, the woman I swore would remain nothing more than a reckless indulgence. The way she says my name is intoxicating. It’s poison. Addictive. Irresistible. I know I shouldn’t. She’s too close, too dangerous, already entangled with my company, my family, my life. If Sienna ever found out that we indeed have an affair, she would tell everyone. I do not want to put Claire through all of this. I am used to it. I don't mind people gossiping about me.Claire is only a few feet away from me. Before I can think about it, I get into the elevator and go to her floor. I should turn back. I should go home. I
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