The True Heiress Reborn And Slays (Alicia Delaney) novel Chapter 38

Chapter 38 A Calculated Interruption

Everything suggested Sebastian spent nights here regularly.

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Even though in a month, she and the owner of this place would legally become the closest of spouses, she had no intention of prying too deeply into his personal space.

After a quick look around, she quietly positioned herself behind the door and listened to what was happening outside.

It wasn’t long before she heard the office door open again.

A polished, courteous man’s voice spoke up. “Mr. Torres, I’ve heard so much about you. Apologies for stopping by without an appointment–I hope you don’t mind.”

Sebastian didn’t rise. He simply gave a slight nod in acknowledgment.

“What can I do for you today, Mr. Ashford?”

The smile on Lucas‘ face

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ed for a fraction of a second, but then returned as if he hadn’t noticed the cool reception.

tling himself on the guest sofa uninvited, putting on a cooperative tone. “While I was in hance to meet your cousin Aiden Quinn a few times. We had some great conversations. He artner in Havenbrook for the new energy initiative. I took the liberty of coming by to see if Ashfort gh to explore a collaboration.”

to create a sense of connection.

was that Sebastian and Aiden weren’t particularly close.

his fingers lightly on the desk a couple of

ht, he said, “Mr. Ashford, I heard the two dled by your wife. But she’s no longer w

ced subtly toward the bathroom door.

cts your company ever executed in this sector were me–have you already found someone who matches HY

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Chapter 38 A Calculated Interruption

“I’d always heard Mrs. Ashford was sharp in business–the kind of woman who lived for her career.”

Sebastian’s tone was conversational, but each sentence carried a subtle sting.

Lucas could barely conceal his irritation.

It felt like Sebastian was ridiculing him to his face, insinuating he couldn’t keep a competent wife by his side.

But losing his temper wasn’t an option.

Faced with the prospect of partnering with Torres Group, he had little choice but to swallow his pride.

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He took a steadying breath, pasted the smile back on, and offered a smooth explanation. “Mr. Torres, you might not be aware, but Riley.. she loves me deeply. When I first took over the company, we were dealing with internal issues and external pressure–it was a lot. She felt for me, so she stepped in to help.

“Now that the company’s stabilized, she worries about how hard I work. She insisted on staying home to look after me properly, to be my support system.”

Every one of those shameless words filtered clearly through the door into the bathroom.

Riley felt fury surge through her.

How could Lucas have the nerve to dismiss everything she’d done for the company over the years–all while secretly marrying Sophia and having a child with her, making a fool of Riley the entire time?

It was disgusting.

She was trembling with anger.

For a moment, she wanted nothing more than to storm out and confront him right then.

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