ADRIAN'S POV The silence of Adrian’s private villa was absolute, broken only by the quiet tap of keys as he reviewed outstanding corporate files from his desk. It was the only place he could find true sanctuary from the suffocating drama of the Hudson estate. Here, away from his mother’s frantic demands and Danielle's manipulative presence, he could actually think.After he left Danielle and his mother at the estate, he drove around for a bit before he went back to his house. He needed the peace and quiet for just that day. A soft, respectful knock sounded at the study door. His elderly butler, Thomas, stepped into the warm glow of the room, bowing slightly."Pardon the interruption, Mr. Hudson," Thomas said in his quiet, measured voice. "Mr. Vance, the private detective, has arrived. He is waiting in the reception hall."Adrian closed his laptop, a heavy weight settling in his chest. "Show him in, Thomas. Thank you." A moment later, the detective walked into the study. He was a s
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