Chapter 114: Cracks Beneath the SurfaceDinner started, but the air at the table was anything but relaxed.Chelsea sat upright, her fingers lightly gripping her fork, her posture composed even though everything inside her screamed to stand up and walk away. Across from her, Sandra wore a smile that felt too good to be friendly, while Adams leaned back in his chair, watching Chelsea with a look that was far too observant.Liam, seated beside her, remained calm, his presence steady, but Chelsea could feel the tension building around them like a storm waiting to break.“So, Chelsea,” Sandra began, swirling her wine slowly. “We didn’t really get to talk properly the other night.” Chelsea forced a polite smile. “I suppose not.”Sandra tilted her head slightly. “Tell me… what exactly do you do?”.The question hung in the air.Chelsea didn’t hesitate. “I run a company.” Sandra raised a brow, intrigued. “Oh? What kind of company?”Chelsea placed her fork down gently, meeting Sandra’s gaze with
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