The next day felt like the calm before Damien decided to remind me exactly who I belonged to. I went to the second session of Alex Thorne’s seminar in the morning. He was just as engaging as the first day, clear explanations, real-world examples, and that easy confidence that made the material stick. I took detailed notes and even asked one question about ethical gray areas in corporate law. He answered thoughtfully and gave me a small, professional nod of approval afterward.
No butterflies, no spark, just respect for a good lecturer.
When I got home that afternoon, the penthouse was quiet. Lila was in her suite resting, and Damien was waiting for me in the living room. He looked calm on the surface, but I could see the tension in his jaw and the way his eyes darkened when he saw me.
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