what’s that huot aute painting behind you?” Brynlee asked, her eyes with curiosityosity
miled and bout began explaining the piece. Brynlee listened, though of it went ovet over her head, before interrupting. “Mom, point the a somewherwhere else. I want to see the other paintings too
rned her her phone, to capture the exhibition hall. It wasn’t trorowded visitors sors strolled through the gallery in pairs or small groups.
en, Sen, Simon’s gentle voice drifted into the audio. “Isithatat Brynlee on onehone?”
toa’s sone softened noticeably. “Yes. She wanted to see the gallery.”
ifebodet out a warm chuckle. “Well, there are some ststunning pieces right
er there. Let’s go take a look.”
Okay!” Kaia agreed brightly, following Simon ass she kept the camera teady.
the hotel suite, Finnian sat rigidly on ththe sofa, his expression far
rious.
was a suffocating mix of jealousy, sheerea ranger, and a bitter sense of etrayal, as if he were being publicly cuckolded.
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Was this her ultimate goal when she esised the Cytogene AG tech crisis to trong–arm him into signing the Maritatal Separation Agreement?
he had clearly planned everythingig fflying to Switzerland just to flaunt her
ndeniable chemistry
ad calculate
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Oblivious to the storm brewing in her father, Brynlee kept her dark, incent eyes glued to the screen, admiring the art.
Throughout the call, Finnian watched Simon hand Kaia a bottle of water and a piece of chocolate. Kaia spoke to hirn with a gentle, inviting warmth, completely stripping away her usual icy defenses.
They looked entirely too natural–like a devoted wife chatting with her husband about their day.
“Brynlee, I have to go now,” Kaia murmured softly. “I’ll bring you back a sweet treat later, okay?” She ended the call.
Brynlee handed the phone back to Finnian and returned to her building blocks.
Finnian stared at the black screen, his gaze predatory and burning with a dark intensity.
He had never imagined Kaia possessed such a carefree, unrestrained side. For seven years, he had only known her as disciplined, calculated, and strictly bound by the rules.
But now, seeing her let loose, he realized she was full of surprises.
She was brilliant, having masterminded this entire scenario down to the last detail.
At the exhibition, Celine suddenly popped out from behind a partition, holding up a professional camera. “Hey, you two! Step a little closer together. I want to get a picture of you for the memories.”
Kaia blinked in surprise. Without a word, Simon stepped behind her. He didn’t touch her, keeping a respectful, gentlemanly distance, but his presence was undeniable.
“Kaia, don’t look so stiff! Give me a smile. You look stunning when you
Celine urged.
dn’t fully relax, but she managed a soft, polite smile.
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Celine reviewed the shot on her screen and sighed happily, “Wow. You twe look perfect together. The lighting, the composition this is definitely going on my social media feed.”
“Don’t post that,” Simon warned immediately.
“I know, I know! I’ll just send it to you guys, Celine promised, winking at Kaia before darting off to photograph another exhibit.
After th
driving
By
ry, the trio grabbed lunch, and Simon spent the afternoon around; acting as the perfect tour guide.
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k, Kaia finally admitted she was exhausted and wanted to
Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland’s breathtaking cold.

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