Chapter 13 A Dangerous Dance

• The following morning, Sophia woke up with a sense of unease. The previous night’s conversation with Ethan lingered in her mind like a stubborn shadow, refusing to dissipate. She had made the right decision, she was sure of it. But the ache in her chest told her that the price of that decision was higher than she’d anticipated.
• Sophia pushed herself out of bed and into her morning routine. The day ahead was full of meetings, strategy sessions, and negotiations—just what she needed to keep her mind occupied. There was no room for doubt, no time for hesitation. She needed to stay sharp, focused. Victoria wouldn’t wait for her to sort out her feelings, and neither could she.
• By the time she arrived at the office, the city was already buzzing with activity. Blackwood Enterprises’ headquarters towered over the bustling streets, a symbol of power and prestige. But to Sophia, it was also a reminder of everything she had lost and everything she stood to gain.