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    Just thinking of River lit up Lance’s face.


    River was a legend in the world of AI. Back in college, Lance had looked up to River more than anyone. His professors, seniors—everyone saw River as a genius. River was the god of AI research in their eyes.


    But River was hard to reach, like a star in the sky. Lance, still young in the field, never had the chance to meet him. If he ever did, he would give anything for even one conversation. If River ever took him in as a protégé, it would be the biggest honor of his life.


    With that thought, Lance sighed deeply and left the cafeteria.


    After finishing her showdown with Lance, Elliana headed upstairs to find Cole. She had purposely sent Cole away to give Lance the chance to confront her. Now that it was done, it was time to move forward with her n. First, she had to put Cole to sleep. While he napped, she would use the time to get closer to Wesley and infiltrate the Evans Group’swork. With her ns set in motion, she took the CEO’s private elevator straight to his office.


    Cole was behind his desk, going through some documents. He looked up, surprised to see her back so soon. “Didn’t you say you were taking a walk? Why are you back already?”


    Elliana answered sweetly, “Because I missed you. I couldn’t enjoy the view. All I could think about was you, so I rushed back.”


    She walked over, sat on hisp, and wrapped her arms around his neck. “You’re the most handsome man I’ve ever seen. So charming, so irresistible. I could stare at you all day.”


    Cole was used to her sweet words by now. He smiled and slid an arm around her waist. “Then look all you want. I’m not going anywhere.”


    Elliana snuggled into him, tugging yfully at his shirt cor. Her voice turned soft and tender. “It’d be perfect if you took a nap with me.”


    Cole didn’t hesitate. “Your wish is mymand.”


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    Before she could react, he scooped her up and started walking toward the lounge.


    Elliana panicked. “Put me down! Your arm’s still healing. You shouldn’t be carrying me.”


    Cole said nothing. He just carried her into the lounge and gentlyid her on the soft bed, his body atop hers.


    Elliana didn’t get a word out before a storm of kisses poured down on her face. Her n was simple—sweet-talk Cole until he fell asleep, and then sneak off. But who would’ve guessed he was that easy to charm? A few gentle words and he was already asking for kisses. And once he started, there was no stopping him.


    In broad daylight, his deep, lingering kisses left herpletely breathless. And soon, things had definitely heated up.


    “Darling, you should get some rest now,” Elliana said, trying to put the brakes on.


    Cole paused kissing but stayed atop her. He nuzzled into her neck and let out a whine. “Honey, when can we take things further, hmm?” She nced at him, reading the frustration all over his face. He was clearly holding back his burning desire. Choosing her words carefully, she murmured, “I’m just not used to rushing things.”


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