Today, Zane was having dinner with his board members and shareholders.

After his disastrous dinner with Mirabel, this was the last place he wanted to be, but he couldn’t help it.

These dinners were important in the business world.

Mirabel's words were still ringing in his ears. She accused him of choosing business over his peace, and she was right.

But she just didn’t get it. It isn’t as simple as that.

He worked really hard to get where he is now. This was his dream since he was a child, and he spent his entire life trying to get here.

He just couldn’t throw it all away in the name of his freedom.

"Ready?" he asked his secretary as they were about to step into the room.

"Yes!" She squeaked

They entered the room where dinner was taking place, and they all stood up to greet them.

After pleasantries were exchanged, they all sat down.

His secretary sat down by his side, and there was an empty chair opposite him, reserved for the person this dinner was held for in the first plac