Chapter 181

• I stepped into the lavishly decorated hall, leaving Anna behind at the entrance. The white marble floors gleamed under the bright lighting, almost like mirrors reflecting the opulent furnishings around me. It was a space designed to impress, one that exuded wealth and power a perfect reflection of the corporate empire Hazel managed so effortlessly.
• I glanced up and immediately spotted a distinguished woman seated at the center of the room. Hazel's commanding presence was undeniable. Dressed in a tailored purple gown, with her hair styled into a sophisticated updo and adorned with expensive jewels, she had an air of both elegance and authority. The resemblance to Rafael was unmistakable sharp features, regal bearing. I knew this was Hazel, Rafael’s mother, the formidable matriarch of the family business.
• I took a breath and stepped forward, my movements graceful and controlled. I knew the power dynamics at play here and would need to navigate them carefully. Kneeling with poise, I lowered my head in deference. "Greetings, Your Highness," I said, my voice steady but respectful.