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chosen for the occasion. The deep blue fabric clung to her curves in a flattering way, accentuating her figure without reve

ise. As she arrived at the venue on his arm, whispers of admiration and intrigue rippled through the crowd. Emily felt the weight

business partners and associates. Emily noted the subtle glances exchanged between

ressed, Emily found

al currents with poise, drawing upon her background in business to hold her own in discussions with influe

o a quieter corner of the grand ballroom. "You're handling you

o

ied, her gaze meeting his. "I'm honore

rutable. "You possess a unique blend of professio

t at his words. She had earned his acknowle

is personality that defied the cold-hearted reputation he wore like armor. He displayed a sharp wit and an unexpected depth o

ly's heart felt lighter than she

had also begun to see the man beneath the mask. Adrian Blackwood was more complex than his reput

ir was crisp and cool. The city lights sparkled

Hayes," Adrian said, his voic

plied, her gaze steady. "I'm commi

aking again. "I believe you have the po

down her spine. It was a small gesture

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es seemed to stretch before them-a journey that would test their limits,

her down a path of intimacy and intrigue, where lines between power, desire,