Six months later, at the Sassis' annual meeting, I took the head seat.Over the last six months, with Dad and Marco behind me, I quickly learned the ropes of the family business. I also used Marco's playbook and resources to double the Sassis' footprint.The family elders who used to sneer at me were respectful now. After what I'd accomplished, I had proved I was a worthy heir to the Sassis.After the meeting, I left the conference room. Marco was waiting just outside, dressed casually and looking relaxed.Over the last six months, something between us had shifted. He wasn't just my business partner anymore. He felt like my mentor, my friend, my family.He walked me through tough deals, step by step. On nights I couldn't sleep over the child I'd lost, he sat with me in silence till dawn. Our marriage started as a deal, but it quietly found its way into our lives.Marco walked over and took the file from me as if it were the most natural thing in the world. "All done?"I gave a l
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