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After Chasing Shadows

After Chasing Shadows

Jay8916

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When determined architect Eliza Monroe scores a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity with a mysterious billionaire named Sebastian Vale, the chemistry between themā€‚is palpable. Yet,ā€‚their undeniable chemistry turns when Eliza learns a hidden truth: Sebastian is not just the heir to a fortune but the secret man behind her family's ruin years ago. As they embark on an uncontrollable affair,ā€‚torn between love and revenge, Eliza must decide if she'll confront him or if their passion will consume her but not before a twist shocks the very core of their connection.

Chapter 1 The meeting

I found myself standing in front of the towering glass buildingā€‚with my heart racing in anticipation.

It was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity an undertaking so monumental, it could launch her career to theā€‚next level. Butā€‚the true prize was the man she was about to meet.

Sebastian Vale, the man whose name was spoken in hushed tones among the powerful, the affluent, andā€‚the intriguing. She knew only rumors about him - dark, mysterious and dangerouslyā€‚charismatic. Hear this story and more on the Times Insider Podcast.ā€‚His wealth was the stuff of legends, but his personal life a maze of secrets that no one daredā€‚to unlock.

Now Eliza was going to step intoā€‚his territory, a territory where the very essence of her existence could crumble or blossom what she had built so painstakingly. Inside the modern, minimalist office,ā€‚a man stood by the window, the city skyline framing his broad shoulders.

He turned as she entered, his ice-blue eyesā€‚boring into hers with such icy determination, her skin tingled. There was something magnetic about him, something she couldn't quite place. "Miss Monroe," he said, his voice deep and smooth, like a velvet rope pulling her in. "I've heard a lot about you." She met his gaze, refusing to show any hint of nervousness. "I hope it's good things." He smirked. "Only the best." Their eyes held for a beat too long, the chemistry undeniable. But just as quickly, he turned and gestured to the architectural plans spread out on his desk. "Let's see if your talent lives up to the hype.

And just like that the game began.

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