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    Almost instinctively, she swiped through her phone and found a news alert. Kiley had arrived in Wront by private jet and was expected to take over as CEO of Cooper Group. Maia’s eyes widened. That was fast.


    Maia had just returned from Otruitho—and now Kiley had suddenly arrived in Wront? Could it truly be just a coincidence? Or was there another reason behind Kiley’s return this time?


    Maia’s eyes drifted back to the message, her mind sinking deeper into thought. Her instincts whispered that there was more beneath the surface. What exactly did udius want to say to her now? Maybe meeting him wasn’t such a bad idea after all.


    Maia’s next move was clear—she needed to reim control of Cooper Group. That meant facing them head-on in the business arena, no more dancing around the edges.<fna1f6> Latest content published on find?novel</fna1f6>


    After being away for so long, she had to get a firm read on thepany’s internalndscape—who stood where, what had shifted, and how best to dismantle Kolton’s grip on the empire. And if meeting udius gave her the chance to gather some valuable intel, all the better.


    Maia stood lost in thought, unaware that Chris had been quietly observing her the entire time. He caught the flickers of hesitation and conflict in her face, a shadow of doubt crossing his own eyes.


    “Maia,” he said softly, drawing her attention. “You okay? You don’t look well.”


    Maia blinked, collecting herself. After a beat, she replied, “Something came up. I need to step out for a bit. You should rest—don’t wait up.”


    Before he could say anything else, she turned and disappeared into her room, the door clicking shut behind her.


    Chris stood there, still and quiet. “Alright… I understand,” he murmured.


    But inside, a storm was brewing. Was she really going to meet udius without telling him?


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    Chris’s earlier calm quickly faded, reced by a sharp pang of bitterness. The feeling hit him harder than ever before. Was he… falling into jealousy again?


    He pushed the thought aside swiftly. Chris reminded himself that Maia must have her reasons for meeting udius. He couldn’t afford to let his imagination run wild. After all, trust was the bedrock of their rtionship.


    Minutester, Maia’s door swung open once more. She had slipped into a sleek ck suit, looking sharp. Chris watched silently, words stuck in his throat.


    Maia moved toward the door to grab her handbag. From the corner of her eye, she caught Chris’s slightly evasive nce. She bent down to tie her shoces and paused, realizing that an exnation was necessary.


    Still, she was afraid that if he knew she was going to meet udius, it might rile him up. And with his health issues, a re of anger could do more harm than good.


    So, she turned back and looked Chris straight in the eye, her expression serious. “Chris, I have to go to MCN. Pattie’s been swamped while I was away, and we’re about to roll out new products. Design has always been my responsibility.”


    Chris gave a small nod, though disappointment lingered behind his eyes. Maia had given a reason, but it was clear she wasn’t beingpletely honest. Then, without missing a beat, Maia added quietly, “And… I’m also nning to meet udius.”


    She didn’t beat around the bush. “udius told me he’s about to take over the business in Otruitho and wants to discuss something important before he leaves. I’m not sure what his game is, but I figured it’s better to listen—he might have some useful info.”


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