AnytaThe look on Everett’s face was priceless.For a man who had built his entire life on control, composure, and cold authority, seeing his mask slip for even a second was enough to make me savor the moment. His mouth opened slightly, as if words had betrayed him. His hand, the same one that had once worn the ring binding me to him, froze midair as he stared at me.I didn’t look away. Not once. I held his gaze with a small, almost mocking smile tugging at my lips.“Hello, Everett,” I repeated, softly this time, like a secret between us that nobody else at the door could understand.The guests behind me shifted impatiently, curious why the line had stopped. His assistant, hovering a few steps away, quickly stepped forward as if to smooth over the awkward pause. But Everett raised his hand slightly, stopping her.“Miss Rushmore,” he said finally, his voice low and deliberate, though the slightest quiver betrayed him. “What an… unexpected surprise.”I tilted my head, pretending to thin
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