Novel & Cerita Tbnr Preston

“What now?” Brian grinned, all reckless edges. “Now we find Nathan and key his Tesla.” Brunei City Meanwhile, back at Brunei Nathan had already finalized the deal with the energy company and was preparing to travel back to Eden City. Nathan Vanguard’s cufflink snagged on the car door as he slid into the Mercedes, a tiny rebellion against the otherwise seamless morning.

Almost. Jace glanced over his shoulder, hawk-sharp eyes catching the light. “Mmh?” He turned fully—average height, but solid, coiled. Nothing like Preston’s looming presence. Preston stepped inside, letting the door ease shut behind him. “How long have you known Ani?”

Preston didn’t lower his voice unless it mattered. “…then find out why.” A pause. Taryn’s fingers slowed slightly. Not enough to be noticed. Just enough to listen. “No,” Preston continued. “I don’t want assumptions. I want confirmation.” Another pause. Then “If he’s reacting, I want to know what triggered it.” Taryn’s gaze flicked briefly toward the door before returning to her screen. He. Again. Not a name. But she knew. Julian. It had to be. Which meant

“Why did you bring me into your project with Lauren? What was your real intention?” Preston stood, his smirk deepening. “Because I knew you’d come running. You’re predictable. Just like a dog to its master—even when the master doesn’t need him. That’s what you are to Lauren: her dog. And I want to see your face when the woman you’d sacrifice everything for chooses to dive in with me instead.”He crossed the space, placing a hand on Ethan’s shoulder, his voice dropping to a taunting whisper. “I’m not Caleb Monroe. I’m Preston Carter.”