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    Of course — blocking a number only prevented calls, not texts.


    “That’s probably the smartest move we have,” said Richard, wasting no time as he reached for his phone. “With any luck, Maia will agree to see us.”


    Together, the three of them got to work, tapping out and revising their messages in hopes of a breakthrough.


    Across town, Maia methodically packed away Chris’ medical files and the stack of research notes she had spent monthspiling. Once everything fit snugly in her suitcase, she finally allowed herself to sit down and pour a ss of water.


    Reaching for her phone, she tapped out a quick message to Chris.


    “I’ve already spoken to the professor. Try toe home a little earlier tonight so you can rest. We’re flying to Drakmire tomorrow morning. By the way, don’t forget your driver’s license.”


    Soon, Chris’ response came.


    “Okay, I remember. I’ve already put it in the bag in my room. Check if it’s there.”


    The speed of his reply made Maia pause. Immediately, she went to his room, reached for his bag on the desk, and dug around. Finally, she found his driver’s license tucked away in an inner pocket.


    Without hesitation, she sent Chris another message.


    “Found it. I’ll book us on the 8 a.m. flight to Drakmire, so we can head straight to the university hospital for your MRI that afternoon.”


    This time, silence greeted her. No reply.


    Her phone buzzed again — not a message, but an iing call.


    One of her team members was on the line, breathless with excitement.


    “Boss! You wanted me to watch the Cooper Group, right? Well, you’ll want to hear this. They justnded a massive payment — over a billion! Looks like they’re gearing up for a major contract.”


    Maia’s mind sharpened at the news. She remembered reaching out to her team after taking Aurora Apparel from Mariana, instructing them to track every move the Cooper Group made.


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    Keeping tabs on Kolton served two purposes. She wanted to be ready for any bacsh if he tried to double-cross her, and she needed to gather ammunition for the day she finally brought down the Cooper Group for good.


    Hearing that the initial deposit alone was over a billion, Maia’s mind spun with questions. Just how massive was this deal Kolton hadnded? Was the total value reaching ten billion — or even more?


    The Cooper Group had always been a powerhouse, its influence stretching across the country. Their reach was practically bottomless.


    It was obvious that Kolton had orchestrated this, likely hoping a high-profile transaction would lift thepany’s sagging stock price.


    But Maia wasn’t about to sit back and watch the Cooper Group w its way out of trouble.


    What she truly needed was more chaos — falling share prices would give her the perfect chance to grab up more stock.


    She leaned forward, her voice sharp.


    “Any idea what kind of deal they’re making?”


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