The Heiress' Vengeful Return

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was sharp, grounding her as she scrolled through her tablet. News articles and social media buzz were still aflame with discussions about las

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this moment, yet she hadn't anticipated the effect he would have on her. His presence was

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voice came through, steady b

daylight, Nate was different-less the charming socialite, more the ruthless strategist. His dark blue dress shirt, per

crisp and new. "You've made an imp

round checks, transaction records, and private communications between t

ctoria Grayson has already made inquiries about you. And Ale

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he folder. "By the time he reaches the

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p – The Emp

uthless ambition. Inside, the air was thick with power-every step, every glance, calculated. The peo

behind him, casting long shadows across his expansive office. His

nst the desk, his thoughts

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placing a file on his desk. "The

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't just a guest.

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isp, his presence as commanding as ever. A slow smirk

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