CHAPTER NINETY ONE - Whispers of a Dangerous Game

The early morning sunlight filtered through the floor-to-ceiling windows of Cassius and Mara's luxurious Manhattan penthouse. Mara stood in front of the mirror, adjusting her blazer and smoothing out her skirt. She couldn't help but smile, thinking about how much her life had changed in the past few months. Cassius appeared behind her, wrapping his arms around her waist. "Ready for another day of conquering the business world?" he murmured, planting a soft kiss on her neck. Mara turned to face him, her eyes sparkling. "With you by my side? Always." They shared a tender kiss, full of promise and affection. As they parted, Cassius tucked a strand of hair behind Mara's ear. "Don't forget, we have dinner reservations tonight at that new place you've been wanting to try." "How could I forget?" Mara grinned, grabbing her bag. "I'll see you later, Mr. CEO." "Have a great day, Ms. Subsidiary Head," Cassius replied with a wink. The elevator ride down to the lobby was filled with excited a