Chapter 276
Adam hunched in the half–dark the footage playing on loop for what felt like the millionth time. Same grainy video, same shadowy figure, same dead ends.
Thomas shuffled the last files together. “Should have something concrete on our mystery man by tomorrow, he said, eyeing Adam’s death–grip on the mouse.
“About time,” Adam muttered, not blinking.
Thomas cleared his throat. “You know, I’ve worked for you for years, and I’ve never…” He hesitated, then plunged ahead. “You actually stood up for her, boss, Like, physically stood.”
Adam’s finger stopped mid–click–bullseye.
“So what gives?” Thomas leaned against the desk. “Make it official with Dr. Sterling, and these creeps might think twice before coming at her again.“,
Adam finally tore his eyes from the screen, the razor–sharp CEO momentarily replaced by someone almost vulnerable.
“She’s had it rough,” he said, voice low. “Three kids, family that tossed her aside, years fighting alone in a foreign country.” He turned to the window, his reflection betraying emotions he’d kill to hide in daylight. “I’m not adding to that pressure. If–when–she chooses this, I want it because she wants me, not because she needs safety or feels trapped.”
His grip tightened until the wheelchair armrest creaked. “When I saw her in that disgusting Thomas could practically hear teeth crack. “Not happening again. Ever.”
.com…” His jaw clenched so hard
Thomas fought to keep his face neutral. For a tactical genius, his boss was completely blind to how Dr. Sterling’s eyes followed him around rooms.
“Maybe try sleeping tonight,” Thomas said, slipping out before Adam could catch his barely–hidden smile.
Night had fallen across Silver City when Thomas left. The moon hung low over the skyline, casting long shadows across empty streets as cars occasionally rushed by, their headlights briefly illuminating the darkness before disappearing again.
Samantha Wright’s study glowed with cold blue light. The room was an ice box–all sharp angles and clean surfaces where nothing living seemed welcome.
“Haven’s team was faster than expected,” the suited man said, standing stiffly. “They were searching and investigating at the same
time.”
Samantha’s gaze cut right through him–this was the same guy who’d set up Irene’s kidnapping just days ago.
“How much do they know?” Her fingers drummed an impatient beat.
“They’ve pulled hotel security videos and they’re following the money.” Sweat appeared on his forehead. “Thomas is our biggest problem–already spotted my height and walk. Give it a week before something leads them back to Silver City.”
“Remind me again,” she said, each word sharp, “why Haven got to play hero?”
We had her at the place, exactly as planned, but Haven’s team showed up like they knew where to go. They grabbed Sterling and our hired guys all at once.”
Smack! “Useless!” Samantha’s palm hit the desk. “One simple job–make her uncomfortable–and you blew it! Now Haven shadows her every move!”
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She grabbed a photo of Adam, her face twisting with jealousy, Irene was a stain on her perfect life–Impossible to remove without making a scene.
“Disappear for now.” Her voice ropped dangerously. “Haven’s people are looking for you, so make yourself scarce.” A cold smile spread across her face. “I’ll handle things myself. And I don’t mess u
If Adam traced this back to her… no, she couldn’t even think about
The man left without another word, like he’d never been there at all
The grandfather clock in the hallway struck midnight, its deep chimes echoing through the empty rooms of the Wright mansion. Samantha sat alone in her study, fingers tracing the edge of Adam’s photo, mind racing with plans that would make sure frene Sterling finally understood her place.
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