Chapter 18 The Scent Of Seduction

• Gina, with her sleek predatory grace, had become a constant thorn in Rachael's side. She had sneaked into Damien's life, a seductive whisper promising power and influence, a promise that had Damien's attention and to Rachael's growing horror, his affections.
• Rachael had been Damien's confidante for years, his shadow his silent partner in ambition. They had shared secrets, dreams, and the burning desire to take down Liam Callahan, their ruthless corporate rival. Rachael had been blindly devoted to him, her heart entwined with his, believing their shared ambition would be the foundation of their future.
• Then Gina had arrived, a viper in a tailored suit, and injected a poison of doubt and uncertainty into Rachael's carefully constructed world. Gina, with her smoldering eyes and a smile that could disarm a saint, had captivated Damien, and Rachael saw her own carefully constructed dreams crumble into dust.