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2026-07-08 12:00:31Question after question came without pause, overlapping as they shattered the silence of the night. Camera flashes continued to fire from every direction, trapping him in a blinding sea of white light.
Adrian raised one hand, signaling calmly for everyone to settle down. A faint smile remained on his face. It wasn't particularly warm, but it was enough to show that he was completely in control of himself and had no intention of avoiding the media.
"I understand that the public h
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An even louder round of applause echoed through the ballroom.Victor rose to his feet.All of the distinguished guests spontaneously stood as well, offering a brief show of respect to the man who had spent decades building Ashbourne Group into one of the country's largest conglomerates.Victor acknowledged them with a slight nod. His steps were calm as he ascended the stairs to the podium. Once he stood before the microphone, he waited until the ballroom had fallen completely silent."Good evening." His deep voice carried clearly to every corner of the room. "Tonight is not merely the inauguration of a project."Victor's gaze slowly swept across the audience. "It is the night when two companies choose to entrust their futures to one another."Victor continued, "As Mr. Nathan has just said, trust is something far more valuable than anything else that follows in business. Trust is not built overnight, nor can it be bought with money."Victor's eyes traveled across the ballroom, now fill
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"Why are they..." Adrian's eyes remained fixed on Tara. "...talking about so many things with that damned woman?"This time, Kara finally looked more closely.Sure enough, even several foreign investors who had just arrived asked to be introduced to Tara before continuing their conversation with Victor."That has to be your father's doing," Kara muttered. She gripped her clutch tightly, unable to accept that so much of the attention at the inauguration was focused on Tara instead.Wasn't this event supposed to be for Adrian?"If it weren't for Victor, Tara wouldn't even be here."Adrian smirked. "You're right." The emotions surging inside him gradually eased. He adjusted his tie and said, "I shouldn't be worried about that. They're just trying to flatter Victor and maintain a good relationship with him."Adrian's gaze remained fixed on Tara until...A foreign man, around fifty years old, approached her. From where he stood, Adrian could see that Victor actually stepped back half a pac
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The crystal chandeliers hanging from the ballroom ceiling cast a golden glow throughout the room. That evening, Ashbourne Group's grand hall had been transformed into a gathering of people dressed in expensive suits, elegant evening gowns, and engaged in conversations among business leaders from across the country.The logos of Ashbourne Group and Neo Group were displayed side by side above the main stage, accompanied by a massive LED screen showcasing the journey of the two companies' partnership over the past several months.The sound of an orchestra filled every corner of the room, creating an elegant atmosphere without diminishing the formal tone that was the hallmark of an international business event.Outside the ballroom, reporters were still busy photographing the distinguished guests who continued to arrive. But inside, nearly all the invited guests had already taken their seats while enjoying the light dinner reception prepared by the organizers.Adrian stood on one side of
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Tara stepped out with effortless grace.The gown she wore draped perfectly with every step she took. The light from hundreds of cameras reflected off the delicate embroidery adorning her gown, while her elegantly styled hair only enhanced her refined beauty."That's Mr. Victor!""And... Miss Tara!""Miss Tara arrived with Mr. Victor!"Those words were like a trigger. Within seconds, the dozens of reporters who had been surrounding Adrian all turned around at once. Microphones changed direction, and cameras swung around with them.The crowd of reporters surged toward Victor and Tara like a wave."Mr. Victor! How is the partnership between Ashbourne Group and Neo Group progressing in light of the ongoing case?""Mr. Victor! Is it true there will be an important announcement tonight regarding Ashbourne Group's leadership structure?""Miss Tara! Is it true that you've now taken over the company's entire operations?""
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Question after question came without pause, overlapping as they shattered the silence of the night. Camera flashes continued to fire from every direction, trapping him in a blinding sea of white light.Adrian raised one hand, signaling calmly for everyone to settle down. A faint smile remained on his face. It wasn't particularly warm, but it was enough to show that he was completely in control of himself and had no intention of avoiding the media."I understand that the public has many questions." He paused, allowing the commotion to subside slightly so he could command everyone's full attention. "And I also appreciate the members of the press who are carrying out their duties tonight."Several reporters exchanged glances, drawn in by his composure. The microphones that had been jostling for position lowered slightly, giving Adrian room to speak clearly."However, I'd like to remind everyone of one thing." Adrian's gaze shifted from one camera to another,
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Kara fell silent."I'm facing the loss of my position at Ashbourne, I've lost my home, my accounts have been frozen, and I'm being summoned by investigators almost every day."Adrian ran a hand through his hair in frustration. "I want all of this to be over far more than anyone else." He let out a long sigh. There was no point in taking his anger out on Kara when she was suffering the consequences as well.His voice became calm again. "But I can't force the law to work according to my wishes."Kara bit her lower lip. She turned her face away and resumed walking toward the car Leonard had said was parked in Lot B.When they arrived where Leonard had told them to go, Kara's eyes widened in disbelief. "Oh. My. God!"Adrian grinned with satisfaction. He twirled the key now resting in his hand. "Your father is impressive. He managed to borrow a car like this?"He walked around the car before opening the driver's door. Calmly, Adrian settle
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The room was once again seized by a suffocating silence. Adrian could hear the ticking of the wall clock as though it were echoing inside his head."And?" the senior director from earlier asked, urging Keith to continue."We did not find a single invoice matching the one Mr. Adrian described," Keit
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Before she could find an answer, the sound of brakes echoed not far from the lobby entrance. A white car came to an abrupt stop, and the moment the vehicle doors opened, two people stepped out almost simultaneously.Helena and Leonard.Both of them had arrived carrying the anger that had been build
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Kara turned her face away, holding back her frustration.Adrian focused on driving again. “I didn’t want this to happen either, but at least the report is in my hands. And I’m not going to sit back and do nothing after what Tara did tonight.”Neither of them spoke. Kara was still truly shocked by w
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After saying that, Tara got out of the car without waiting for Adrian. Her steps were calm as she made her way down the corridor toward Liora's hospital room. Her expression was unreadable. She didn't appear rushed, nor did she show excessive concern. But deep in her heart, there was an uneasiness
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