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Chapter 21: She Will Never Fail Us

The water embraced Clara’s body as she moved gently through it. Sunlight filtered through the open roof and touched her face, warm and bright. For a brief moment, everything else faded away. Contracts, responsibilities, and expectations drifted to the back of her mind. She focused only on the water.Clara pushed herself forward, swimming slowly across the wide pool. Each movement felt light, almost effortless, as the water carried her body forward. The quiet splash of her strokes fill the air.After several laps, she finally stopped and rested her hands on the pool’s edge. Her breathing was slightly heavier, but the cool water soothed her. For the first time since arriving at the house, she felt relaxed.H1 still stood quietly nearby. Clara leaned against the edge, letting the calm silence settle around her. Her thoughts began to wander. She thought about the new life she had suddenly stepped into. Everything here felt luxurious, yet strangely controlled. Still, the pool had given her

Chapter 22: Just What She Needed

Clara dried herself carefully in the changing room in the swimming pool area. She removed her soaked dress and changed into something soft and comfortable. She let out a quiet sigh. The water had left her hair slightly damp, clinging to her shoulders, and she walked toward her room. H1 had already left when she entered the changing room earlier.When she entered her room, she picked up the dryer and started drying her hair. When she was done, she sank into a soft couch inside her sitting room and turned on the television. Her fingers traced the remote lazily before pressing the power button, and the screen flashed back to life.She let the comfort of the moment settle over her. She had no expectation of what she would see; she just wanted to watch any channel since it was the weekend. The first channel showed the last night’s moment of the birthday party.She imagined people needing her help or connection, not because of a mission but because only she could pull the help for them. The

Chapter 23: First Day as a Personal Assistant

MONDAY MORNINGClara stood in front of the mirror and adjusted the collar of her shirt. Her mind was already moving ahead to the day waiting for her. It was the first day of the new week, and also the first day she would step into Rothwell Enterprises as his personal assistant and as his woman. Living in the same house with him was one thing but working directly under him in front of many employees was another matter entirely.She brushed her hair back and checked her reflection once more. There was nothing dramatic about her expression. Calmness suited her better. After a moment she stepped away from the mirror and left the room.Jeffery was already downstairs when she entered the dining area. He sat at the table with a tablet in front of him, scrolling through several documents while a cup of coffee rested beside his hand. The moment she walked in, he looked up briefly.“You’re ready,” he said.“Yes.”He returned his attention to the screen. “We should leave soon. Monday mornings te

Chapter 24: Under His Watch

The office was tense for a moment as Daniel straightened, bowing his head quickly before speaking. “Welcome back, sir. Mr. Malcolm requested a meeting with you, but your P.A. here is showing…” he paused, carefully weighing his words, “rude manners." She cannot deny that she may not know the position of Mr. Malcolm in this company, or his relationship with you. If she…”Jeffery cut him off with his gaze. “If he insists on seeing me, we shall address it in the board meeting tomorrow. Now, get out!”Daniel bowed and turned toward the door. Then Jeffery’s voice rang out again, sharper this time. “Wait.”Daniel turned back. “Yes, sir.”Jeffery continued, “This lady here is my woman, as you are all aware. I will not tolerate anyone disrespecting her.”The words hit Clara in the heart. She felt her cheeks burn as Daniel bowed again and muttered a quick apology before leaving. The click of the door closing left a quiet in the office that felt heavier than before.Clara’s chest rose and fell q

Chapter 25: A Taste of Memories

They left the office together after finishing the last task of the day. The corridors were quieter because employees had already gone home. A few staff members who were still around stepped aside respectfully when they saw them approaching. By the time they reached home, the sky had already begun to dim. The house welcomed them with its usual quiet efficiency as the automated system adjusted the lighting the moment they stepped inside. The calm environment felt completely different from the busy energy of the company building they had just left.When they got to the hallway, just before Jeffery would enter the elevator to his floor, he turned slightly facing Clara. "I still have a little work to finish," he said in a steady tone.Clara nodded slowly. "Alright."He entered the elevator without saying anything further. Clara watched the elevator door close before turning toward her own room. The house felt calm and spacious around her, yet her mind refused to settle.Inside her sitting

Chapter 26: The Balance on the Verge of Collapse

BOARD MEETING DAYThe morning at Rothwell Enterprises carried a different kind of stillness. It was not the usual calm that came with routine work, but something more restrained. Security at the entrance was tighter, and the staff moved with more care than usual.Clara and Jeffery walked in together, their footsteps steady against the polished floor. Greetings followed as expected, but the tone was more formal than before. Staff members kept their words brief, their attention sharp, as though aware that today was not an ordinary day. Clara kept her expression composed as she moved beside Jeffery. She did not look around too much, but she saw enough to understand that everyone was being careful.Her thoughts stayed controlled, though one concern refused to settle completely. She was not uneasy because of the meeting itself. That was something she had already prepared for. What lingered quietly at the back of her mind was the possibility of seeing Edward. The thought came and went with

Chapter 27: Hands on the Wheel

Papers moved from one hand to another, yet no one seemed fully settled. Clara kept her hands lightly placed on the table, her posture calm, her face composed, but her awareness stayed sharp. She did not search for anything in particular.The chairman drew a breath and looked around before speaking. “Today,” he said, his tone steady, “we conclude the final voting for the CEO position across all Rothwell Enterprises.” His gaze rested briefly on Jeffery before moving across the others. “Mr. Jeffery Rothwell has already demonstrated his capability. This vote will confirm the board’s decision.” The words settled heavily, not dramatic, but firm enough to remind everyone what was at stake.Jeffery inclined his head slightly in acknowledgment. His expression did not change, but there was a quiet certainty in the way he sat, as if the outcome had already been decided in his mind. For a brief moment, his eyes moved toward Clara. It was not a long look, but it carried meaning. She returned it

Chapter 28: Taking Control

“…there is a truth behind it.”Every eye in the room turned toward her.“The truth,” she continued, “is that we live in a world controlled by technology. Videos, images, even messages can be manipulated. What you just saw is small. It should not mean anything unless it was created or released by the right people. And if that is the case, then the law has consequences for such actions.”She let her words hang for a second, letting them sink in. The board members exchanged glances.She continue speaking without sparing anyone a gaze."If someone thinks they can release an illegal video of any of us, just as this one was released, do they believe the world will consider it truth? Do they think that makes them right? Do they imagine there will be no consequences?” Her voice was firm, carrying weight with each word. “I am not asking for your judgment. I am stating a fact. Such acts are punishable, and anyone who thinks otherwise is either naive or reckless.”She leaned forward slightly, he

Chapter 29: Victory at Last

Jeffery leaned back slightly, a small, tight smile on his lips. Clara stayed close, brushing her hand briefly against his. It was enough. Everything was done.Board members shifted in their seats. Malcolm forced himself to look at Jeffery. There was no choice. The vote had confirmed it. The official announcement would be made, and the moment had arrived.A few members offered muted congratulations. Malcolm stepped forward with a stiff nod. “Congratulations son,” he said, his tone formal but forced. Jeffery inclined his head slightly, accepting it with calm dignity. Clara’s hand lingered on his arm. She smiled fully at him, relief and pride showing, though her posture remained composed. “You did it,” she whispered. “Finally, after everything, it’s yours.”Jeffery’s shoulders relaxed just a little. “It’s done,” he said quietly. This victory was theirs together.He stood and addressed the room, voice steady. “Thank you. I won’t let you down. I won’t let the company down.” Heads nodded,

Chapter 30: More Than What He Saw

Later that night, Jeffery stood alone in his study. The screen in front of him replayed the same footage again. A small phone hidden beneath her hair. His eyes stayed on it, his thoughts going beyond what the screen actually showed.He replayed it once more. Clara wasn't aware he knew, or at least that was how it appeared. Nothing in her movement suggested she knew she was being recorded that day. Yet the placement of that phone told a different story. She had put it there on purpose.He leaned back slightly, his mind had already moved elsewhere. He thought about the boardroom. About how she stood up without hesitation and spoke as if she already understood the situation better than everyone else in the room. She didn’t defend herself like someone under pressure. She spoke like someone who knew where the truth stood and refused to let anything shift it. That was what stayed with him.The footage raised questions, but her actions earlier the day did the same. One suggested something hi

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