Dirty (short stories)
Chapter 6: The Breaking Point
The Meridian deal gala was the perfect storm. Crystal chandeliers glittered above hundreds of Chicago’s elite. Lila wore a stunning emerald green gown that clung to every curve, with a slit high enough to turn heads. Ryan was in his element—networking, shaking hands, playing the devoted husband. But Lila had her own agenda.
She had been exchanging subtle messages with **Victor Lang**, Ryan’s most important business partner on the Meridian project. Victor was in his late 30s—charismatic, powerful, and clearly attracted to her. Tonight, she intended to use that.