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CHAPTER 85
Author: Tam
last update2025-05-16 23:44:32
Liam's POV

The last paper landed on my desk softly. I was done. Finally, I leaned back in my chair and it creaked as if in protest too.

Carter Enterprises was doing well—better than ever—even with the problems we’d had lately. I looked at the clock. Almost 10 PM. Most of the staff had gone home long ago.

I stood up, grabbed my coat and walked toward the exit. When I passed Anna’s desk, I stopped. She was still there leaning over her computer, her face lit up by the screen.

“Anna?” I said surprised. “Why are you still here? Everyone else is gone.”

She jumped and turned around quickly.

“Mr. Carter! I… I didn’t hear you coming. Just finishing some work.” Her voice sounded a little nervous.

“This late? You shouldn’t work so much. Go home and get some rest. You’ve worked hard.” I kept my voice soft.

I was worried. Anna had always been loyal and great at her job. I trusted her more than she probably knew.

She paused then gave a small smile.

“Thank you, Mr. Carter. I mean that. I just wan
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