CHAPTER ONE HUNDRED AND TWO – HIS INTENTIONS

As if on cue, her phone buzzed with a notification. It was an email from Miguel, outlining the high-profile project she'd be leading. Karina's eyes widened as she scanned the details. "Is everything okay?" Elena asked, noticing Karina's expression. Karina looked up from her phone. "Miguel's just assigned me to lead the Nexus Project. It's... huge. This could make or break my career here." Raj whistled low. "The Nexus Project? That's been in development hell for months. No one's been able to crack it." "Well," Karina said, squaring her shoulders, "looks like it's my turn to try. I need to get to work." As Karina headed to her new office, she could feel the weight of expectations settling on her shoulders. She knew Miguel was testing her, pushing her to see if she could handle the pressure. Part of her was furious at his manipulations, but another part... well, that part was excited by the challenge. Settling into her chair, Karina dove into the project files. Hours flew by as she