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stigious firms in the city. Her best friend warned her that working here came with its o

floated like stray leaves in the wind. That he was ruthless. Silent. Imposs

sharp jawline, eyes the color of c

ristine lobby and a receptionist who barely looked up fr

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shoulders. "Better

expression. Amusement? An

the chair in front

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