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Chapter 40

When the invitation for The Annual Corporate Union Gala landed on his desk, Adrian almost ignored it. Then his gaze caught on the name at the bottom of the card: Blake Martin.The same Blake Martin whose number appeared too often in Zara’s recent calls.Adrian leaned back in his chair, jaw tightening. Fate, it seemed, was offering him an opportunity to see personally .The night of the event, the city pulsed with lights. At the Grand Imperial Hotel, music floated through the air, laughter mingled with the clinking of glasses, and the soft hum of expensive perfume filled the ballroom.Zara was everywheregraceful, efficient, composed. Her emerald-green dress shimmered under the chandeliers, the slit high enough to reveal a glimpse of smooth skin every time she moved. She was radiant, commanding, and utterly unaware of the pair of eyes that had already found her.She’d been moving between tables, greeting guests with that warm professionalism that masked her anxiety. Her company had hel

Chapter 41

What’s going on, Adrian? Why are you dragging me like this?” Zara snapped, her voice trembling with anger and confusion. She struggled against his iron grip, her heels scraping against the pavement. “Let go of me!”Adrian didn’t respond. His expression was cold, unreadable, his jaw set tight as if holding back a storm. He didn’t even glance at her; his silence spoke louder than any words could. Without a pause, he yanked open the car door and forced her inside.“Adrian, you’re hurting me!” she cried, but he slammed the door shut and got behind the wheel.The car roared to life, speeding through the night. Rain clouds loomed low, and the wind howled across the near-empty highway. Streetlights flashed past them in a blur, their glow catching the fury on Adrian’s face.“Can you stop being weird? Just talk to me!” Zara pleaded. “Please, stop the car, Adrian, you’re going to cause a huge mess!”He didn’t even blink. His knuckles were white around the steering wheel, veins visible on his fo

Chapter 42

Zara rushed back into the office, her heels clicking sharply against the marble floor. She didn’t even stop to greet anyone she went straight to Ann’s desk.“I need a word with you,” she said firmly, her voice edged with confrontation. “Alone.”Ann frowned, clearly irritated. “Whatever it is, make it fast,” she snapped, rising from her chair.They walked down the hallway, far from the curious eyes of other employees. The air between them felt tense, heavy.“Where is your bracelet?” Zara demanded.Ann blinked, confused. “What did you just say? What does that have to do with you?”“Do you have it?” Zara pressed, her voice growing sharper.Ann scoffed, folding her arms. “What are you trying to get at, huh?” Her tone rose defensively.Zara pulled something from her bag and held it up. “This,” she said coldly. “This is yours.”Ann’s eyes went wide, her face draining of color. “Why do you have that?!” she stammered.“Why was it in my car, Ann?” Zara’s voice trembled with anger and disbelie

Chapter 43

Adrian’s POV The night of the company party had started off just like any other formal event: music, laughter, and glasses clinking against each other. Adrian had barely touched his drink, his gaze fixed on the crowd while he made small talk with a few of the partners. “So, Voss,” one of them asked with a teasing grin, “why doesn’t your wife work with you? We thought couples like you would be inseparable in business.” Adrian forced a polite smile, suppressing the irritation that stirred beneath his calm exterior. “We wanted to be independent,” he replied smoothly. “That’s wise,” another partner nodded, swirling his wine. “And quite intelligent, actually.” But before Adrian could respond, another man leaned in, lowering his voice with the kind of tone meant to stir trouble. “Isn’t that your wife dancing with her boss?” Adrian’s jaw tightened instantly. He followed the man’s gaze and there she was. Zara. Moving gracefully, unaware of the stares. Her boss’s hand rested a littl

Chapter 44

Blake was on the ground, coughing and wiping blood from the corner of his mouth. Even then, he had the nerve to smirk.That single look was enough to make Adrian lose the last thread of control he had left. His jaw tightened, his eyes darkened, and before anyone could stop him, he grabbed Blake by the collar and punched him again ,harder, sharper, until the man’s breath came out in choked gasps.“You think you can touch her and walk away?” Adrian snarled, every word slicing through the tension in the air.Blake tried to shield himself, but Adrian’s fury was relentless. The world narrowed to the sound of fists and grunts until Blake was barely moving, his face swollen, his shirt stained crimson.“Adrian! Stop!” Zara’s trembling voice finally broke through the chaos. She rushed toward him, eyes wide with terror. “You’ll kill him!”Her words cut through the fog of rage. Adrian froze, his chest rising and falling with harsh breaths. He looked down, Blake was barely conscious, blood trickl

Chapter 45

Chapter 45When Zara left the living room, Adrian stayed behind,. Something about her words replayed in his mind.“Then I’ll work for you ,not as your wife, but as a normal employee.”He leaned back, his lips twitching into a faint smirk.“She’s gotten bold,” he murmured to himself. “Did she… learn that from me?”It was confusing, even amusing. For the first time, Zara had spoken to him without fear ,only composure. That new spark in her voice unsettled and intrigued him at the same time.Before he could think too deeply about it, the door swung open.“Hello, brother! I’m back!”It was Isabella his younger sister, cheerful as ever. She dropped her bags by the door and rushed to hug him.Adrian, who had just finished dressing, turned toward her. His lip was still bruised from the fight the night before. “Why are you walking alone at night?” he asked, his tone half-scolding, half-concerned. “Couldn’t you have waited until morning? What if something happened to you on the way here?”Isab

Chapter 46

The soft hum of computers filled the Finance Department of Voss Holdings, where Zara sat quietly at her new desk, trying to blend in with the endless rows of focused faces.Introducing herself simply as Zara Alaric, she had asked for the most ordinary position available , something small, unnoticeable. She wasn’t here to impress anyone, not this time. She only wanted peace, a steady job, and no attention.She’d decided she wouldn’t make friends, either. People have a way of changing when you let them get too close. So, she would work quietly, keep her head down, and stay out of trouble.At least, that was the plan.Her plan began to crack the moment she had to ask where the restrooms were.Voss Holdings was enormous all glass and silver, with long halls that looked identical. It was easy to get lost in the maze of offices. Finally, she peeked up from her desk and spoke to the young woman seated a few steps away.“Hello,” Zara said softly, her voice polite. “Could you please show me

Chapter 47

Zara made a decision , she wasn’t going to use Adrian’s car anymore. It was too expensive for her new position, and she didn’t want to raise suspicions. She was here to live simply, quietly… to blend in.After her first day at work , one thing became clear: Adrian Voss was cold to everyone. To him, people were work, not company. But somehow, he seemed to hate her just a little more.Her routine remained simple: cook dinner, eat alone, and retreat to her . But at night, just as she was about to fall asleep, there was a sharp knock on her door.“Zara,” his voice came through, steady but impatient. “Where’s my grey suit? Did they deliver it?”“I don’t know where it is, sir,” she answered flatly through the door.“You’re supposed to know,” he snapped stern but not shouting.“I’m sorry, sir. I didn’t see it. I’ll call them to confirm. If that’s all, I’d like to sleep now.”Before he could reply, she closed the door in his face.For a second, Adrian just stood there, stunned. Sir? he repe

Chapter 48

In the parking lot, Zara quietly sank into the back seat, still feeling the heat of embarrassment flush her cheeks. Adrian slid into the driver’s seat, turned the keyNothing.The car gave a lifeless sputter.He frowned, tried again. Still nothing. “God damn it,” he muttered under his breath, jaw tightening as realization hit. “Someone didn’t put fuel.”He exhaled through his nose sharply and turned to her. “Get out, Zara.”His voice was firm but calm, the kind of authority that didn’t need to shout.She blinked, puzzled. “What?”“Just get out.”Confused but obedient, she stepped out. To her surprise, Adrian walked to the far end of the parking lot and unlocked a small metal door one she hadn’t even noticed before. A few seconds later, he rolled out a sleek black motorcycle, the kind that gleamed like a beast under the dim lights.Zara’s jaw nearly dropped. Of course he had a bike. Adrian Voss had everything.Without a word, he pushed it close, handed her a helmet, and tugged another

Chapter 49

When Zara stepped out of Adrian’s office, her cheeks were burning crimson. She tried to hide the blush that stubbornly clung to her face. “Why is he such a jerk,” she muttered teasingly under her breath, not out of anger but her chest felt light and heavy all at once.She walked back to her desk only to find Claire and the others already up and packing their things.“What’s going on?” Zara asked, puzzled.Claire grinned. “We’ve closed early so everyone can get ready for the company trip tomorrow. Didn’t anyone tell you?”Zara blinked. “Doesn’t he ever tell me anything beforehand?” she mumbled. She sighed and grabbed her purse.By the time she reached home, the sun had started to dip, painting the sky in lazy shades of orange. Isabella was in the kitchen, drinking water when Zara entered.“What? Why are you back so early? Is everything okay?” Isabella asked, placing her glass down.“Yeah,” Zara replied, with a warm smile. “We’ve got a company trip tomorrow, a sort of camping retrea

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