Her Empire, His Terms.
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"I built myself up against all odds. I like to know exactly who I'm shaking hands with. Unfortunately, I can't say I respect what you've built."
The insult was quiet, but it cut deep.
Everyone in the high society circles knew the truth about Jared. He was the illegitimate son of Gideon Donovan.
He hadn't been handed the empire he now owned, he had fought, bled, and clawed his way to the top, proving he had more brains than all his legitimate siblings combined.
"What is this?" Dean growled, taking a step forward, his chest nearly touching Jared's. "Are you here to insult me in public?"