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Chapter Two***Bella's Pov***The gates of Adrian’s mansion opened slowly as his car approached, and I stared through the window in disbelief.I had expected a mansion, but this was something else entirely. The property was enormous, almost like a private fortress. Several separate buildings stood within the estate, connected by paved paths and surrounded by high walls, thick trees, and layers of security.The moment Adrian stepped out of the car, I followed.My bags were still in the trunk when several guards approached and bowed their heads respectfully.“Take them inside,” Adrian ordered.They nodded immediately and began removing my luggage from the trunk.I watched them for a moment before Adrian turned toward me.“Follow me.”I hesitated only briefly before walking after him.Inside the main mansion, several house helps were waiting. Most looked young, but one woman stood at the front. She appeared to be in her early fifties and wore a neat housekeeper’s uniform. From the way th

Chapter Four***Bella's Pov***Three weeks later, I stood on the stage at Laurent Industries, staring out at a sea of shareholders, investors, employees, reporters, and cameras.For the first time in months, the room wasn't filled with worried faces.Laurent Industries was back.Blackthorn Group had fulfilled everything Adrian promised. Funding had come through, our investors had returned, shareholders had stopped selling, and the company had begun recovering under the restructuring plan. The pressure that had nearly crushed us was finally easing.I held the microphone tighter and forced a smile.“Three weeks ago, Laurent Industries was facing one of the hardest periods in its history,” I said. “Today, we're standing here because our shareholders, investors, employees, and partners chose to believe in this company again. I want to thank every one of you for staying with us.”Applause filled the room.I waited for it to settle before continuing, answering questions about the company's

Chapter Six ***Bella's Pov*** The wolf struck me so hard that I crashed against the stairs and tumbled to the floor. Pain ripped through my abdomen. Before I could move, its massive paws pinned me down. Its claws tore into my side, and warm blood spread beneath my clothes. I screamed, struggling to shield my stomach as the beast snapped its jaws inches from my face. Then it lunged again. A deafening roar shook the mansion. Another wolf charged through the entrance and slammed into my attacker, ripping it away from me. The impact sent both creatures crashing against the wall. Adrian. Even in his wolf form, I recognized him. He attacked with terrifying fury, sinking his teeth into the intruder's shoulder. The other wolf twisted around, slashing Adrian's flank before breaking free. They collided again, claws scraping across the floor as their snarls filled the mansion. I tried to push myself up. A sharp cramp seized my abdomen. I collapsed with a cry, blood tric