When the bright morning sun rose over the rolling hills of the countryside, it brought no real warmth or comfort to the vast, quiet grounds of Ashford Manor. The tall, ancient estate stood tall against the pale sky, silent as a giant grave, but the air inside was thick, cold, and heavy with an unbearable tension.Upstairs in the private rooms of the East Wing, Naomi stood close to the tall glass window. The white curtains were pulled back just a little bit, letting in a thin strip of cool morning light. She held a warm porcelain cup of tea between her hands, feeling the heat seep into her chilled fingers, though she hadn't taken a single sip. Her eyes were fixed entirely on the gravel driveway fifty feet below.Down on the driveway, a sleek silver car was parked near the wide marble steps. Lucas stepped out through the front doors of the mansion. He was wearing an expensive, dark navy suit, his dark hair neatly combed back, looking every bit like the cold, ruthless chief executive off
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