CHAPTER THIRTY THREE – BUILDING TRUST

The elevator doors closed, and as Karina descended to the lobby, she allowed herself a small smile. The future was uncertain, her relationship with Miguel still fraught with tension and unresolved issues. But for the first time in months, she felt like she was moving forward, carving out her place in the company on her own terms. As she stepped out into the cool evening air, Karina took a deep breath, feeling the weight of the past few months lifting slightly from her shoulders. Whatever challenges lay ahead, she knew she was ready to face them head-on. And who knew? Maybe, just maybe, she and Miguel would find a way to work together effectively, their shared experiences forging a new kind of professional relationship. As the dust settled from the investigation and its aftermath, Karina found herself in a strange new reality at Eladio Enterprises. The suspicious glances and whispered conversations had been replaced by nods of respect and words of admiration. Yet, despite th