The heavy, reinforced mahogany doors of the Sterling estate clicked shut, completely sealing off the chaotic, deafening roar of the global press outside.Inside the grand foyer, the silence was heavy and thick with lingering adrenaline. Zara let out a long, shaky exhale, her flawless CEO armor finally dropping. Lucian instantly pulled her into his arms, kissing the top of her head with overwhelming, burning pride. She had just completely dominated the media, buying them the exact window of time they desperately needed.Before either of them could speak, Silas stepped forward, holding a secure satellite phone. His face was completely serious, but there was a dangerous, triumphant gleam in his eye."Sir, Ma'am," Silas said, his voice tight with rare excitement. "Our private investigators in Dubai just called in. They found Sebastian Cross. They tracked him to a highly exclusive, off the grid penthouse in the Marina district."A massive wave of relief washed over Lucian's broad shoulders
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