Elara’s POVSilence crashed over the hall like a wave.Kane stared at me as if I had just grown a second head. Chloe’s mouth hung open, the color draining from her face so fast it was almost satisfying. Even the soft background music seemed to fade under the weight of what I had just said.“You’re lying,” Kane finally managed, his voice cracking. “There’s no way. Horizon Group’s CEO has never shown their face in public. Everyone knows that.”I tilted my head, letting a small, cold smile curve my lips. “Everyone knew what you wanted them to know. I preferred it that way.”Grandpa’s low chuckle rolled through the quiet. “Still as dramatic as ever, little star.” He placed a heavy hand on my shoulder, the same hand that used to ruffle my hair when I was a child. “The board has been waiting for you to claim your seat properly. Tonight is as good a night as any.”Adrian grinned beside me, clearly enjoying every second. “Surprise, brother-in-law. Or should I say ex-brother-in-law? The real p
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