The CEO's Unwanted Wife
Maverick talked about London, the fog that rolled in off the Thames, the way the city never slept, the hidden pubs with centuries-old wood paneling.
Mom told him about her early days building Empowear, the mistakes, the late nights, the moment she realized she had created something real. I listened, smiling, adding little comments, feeling the warmth of the room settle into my bones.
Eventually Mom yawned, covering her mouth with her hand.
“I’m going to bed,” she said. “You two don’t stay up too late.”
Maverick stood when she did. “Thank you for dinner. Everything was incredible. And for welcoming me.”
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