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she began, her voice trembling slightly, "I understand your concerns. But I assure you, my brother has nothing to do with this. I am here seeking honest work, and I am perfectly capable of doing this job. Please, just give me a chance. I won't disappoint you."
The manager hesitated, his gaze flickering between Ava and the resume on his desk. He saw the desperation in her eyes, the genuine need. He also saw the potential for trouble, the risk of offending Lucas Antonio. He sighed, the weight of his decision pressing down on him. "Alright," he said finally, his voice grudgingly. "One week. Trial period. You prove yourself valuable, and we’ll see. But if Lucas comes around, asking questions, yo
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