The late afternoon sun slanted through the office windows, casting long, warm shadows across the polished mahogany desk. Ava sat quietly on the leather couch, twins nestled safely in her lap, while Lucas spoke with Victoria across the room. The tension was palpable, a silent battle being waged without raised voices, without even obvious expressions.Victoria, poised and confident in her tailored suit, smiled with calculated charm, her fingers lightly drumming on the table. “Lucas, you know how much potential this partnership has,” she said, her tone smooth, persuasive. “It’s not just about business, it’s an opportunity. And with the right guidance, your portfolio could double in the next year.”Lucas leaned back slightly, his eyes flicking toward Ava for a brief moment. She returned his gaze calmly, her expression steady, but inside, a storm brewed. She had been through this before seeing the familiar pull of ambition, the subtle persuasion that had once drawn Lucas into compromises s
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