Vanessa gave a small nod, signaling the team to bring in the necessary files. " The first meeting is the investor briefing with the East-Asia partners,” she reminded him. “They’ve been pressing about production slowdowns. If you don’t address it personally, rumors about instability will spread—and we both know what that does to stock value.”Evan rubbed the bridge of his nose. " prepare the necessary documents for that meeting." “ok sir. And after that,” she continued, swiping on her tablet, “the African Energy Board. They’re untrustworthy and claim our contract clauses doesn't fall in their favor. They said they'll reroute the pipeline rights to Kavinsky’s people if care is not taken. I don’t need to tell you what that means for our standing in Africa.”Evan sighed, clearly exhausted.Vanessa slid another folder toward him. “And these, sir... You have to sign all these today.."Evan stared at the stack, knowing well he couldn't avoid this.“Get the investors on the line,” he sai

After the last ride, Evan guided Siena back to his car. The night was cool and time seemed to slow for both of them.She chuckled as he opened the door car for her to get in." Time to get you home " Evan smiled as he got into the car with her.Siena smiled and leaned her head against the window as they drove, still smiling from all the fun.When they reached her apartment, he stepped out to walk her to the door. She turned to him, shy from excitement, and wrapped her arms around him in a warm hug.“Thank you, Evan… I had a nice time tonight,” she whispered into his ear. He smiled softly, holding her a little tighter. “I’m glad you’re happy. ”She pulled back, giving him one last smile before slipping inside her apartment. Evan stood there for a moment, watching the door close.He took a deep sigh and got into his car before driving off into the night.The very next day was no different.Rather it got better. He took Siena to the beach, where they walked barefoot along the shorel

The office door slammed shut as the last of the staff hurried out, leaving Evan and Vanessa alone. The sudden silence was deafening, broken only by the faint sound of the TV still showing the scandalous headlines.Evan’s gaze locked onto her. His voice was low.“Tell me, Vanessa… who initiated this sale?”She stammered, . “I-I don’t. I I—”“Don’t lie to me.” He slammed his palm against the desk, cutting her off. “This is Lancaster property. Nothing of this scale can move forward without you knowing. More importantly, how is it on every news station before I even hear about it?”Her lips trembled. “Evan, please, calm down... ”Tears welled in her eyes as she saw how angry he was. " I've always wanted to tell you." She cried softly. " Remember that night. Last week Wednesday when i came into your office to inform you about some mishap."Evan nodded, even though he was too angry to recall any of it." If it wasn't that Siena came in. I would have showed you and since then, you have be

" He's also waiting for you at the mansion" Vanessa answered to Evan's surprise.Really, follow me." Evan said and walked out.They got into his car and he drove home.** It was almost afternoon and Harland sat in the spacious living room, relaxing with a glass of wine." You can call me when next you need me" the maid said as she refilled his empty glass and left.Harland smiled as he continued to review the newspapers in his hand.The top headline was about the Lancaster Hotel in China. He laughed to himself as he flipped pages over and over.Just then, the door opened and He looked up from the papers he was reviewing as Evan entered. He took a sip of his wine and took his eyes back to Evan who was by now standing before him with an angry stare.“Harland,” Evan fumed, “I need answers.”Harland leaned back in his chair, swirling his glass “Answers to what, son?” He smiled. It got Evan more furious. How can he be so calm when everything is in a chaotic state!Vanessa, who had

The next morning, Siena was scheduled to speak at a big tech summit. She had prepared her speech for weeks, but now everything felt different.As she got ready, her phone vibrated nonstop with messages and alerts. The leaked photos of her and Evan were everywhere. Reporters were waiting outside the summit hall, with cameras ready.When she arrived, people whispered and murmured. Some were excited while others seemed curious. But Siena kept her head high. She had come to talk about her work, not her private life.She walked into the main hall to see even more reporters and businessmen as they were all waiting for her to step on stage.There were also huge banners with her pictures hanging down from the ceiling with the keyword " VISIONARY " written boldly beneath it.Evan sat in the reserved section of the hall with his men.His security was tight with his guards stationed at every corner and he had personally checked the venue for safety.He even made sure the whole building was cov