Chapter 13 Lana – POV By the time evening arrives, I already regret agreeing to dinner with Daniel. Not because Daniel is unpleasant. Quite the opposite. He’s intelligent, charming, and surprisingly easy to talk to. Which only makes the situation worse. Because every time I think about tonight, I remember Ethan’s expression earlier in my office. Cold. Jealous. Possessive. And the way he said those words. I don’t want him touching what’s mine. I shake the thought away as I step out of the elevator at the restaurant Daniel chose. It’s a beautiful place—modern, elegant, with soft lighting and a quiet atmosphere perfect for conversation. Daniel is already waiting at a table near the window. When he sees me, he stands immediately. “Lana,” he says with a warm smile. “Daniel.” “You look amazing tonight.” “Thank you.” He pulls out my chair before sitting across from me. “I promise this isn’t just an excuse to steal you away from work,” he says with a laugh. “I hope not,
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