CHAPTER SIXTY SIX – A LOVE TRIANGLE?

During a brief break, Celine approached Cassie, her eyes narrowed. "I hope you're not getting too comfortable in there," she hissed. "Remember your place." Cassie bit back a retort, focusing instead on her tasks. She knew the stakes were high for this meeting, and she was determined not to let Karl down. As the sun began to set, casting long shadows through the mansion's windows, the meeting finally concluded. Cassie could see the tension ease from Karl's shoulders as he bid farewell to the investors, a victorious glint in his eye. Exhausted but relieved, Cassie began to tidy up the conference room. She was so focused on her task that she didn't notice the loose carpet edge near the door. As she carried a stack of dishes back to the kitchen, her foot caught on the carpet. She stumbled, twisting her ankle painfully as she fell. The crash of breaking dishes echoed through the hallway. Cassie let out a cry of pain, clutching her ankle. Karl rushed out of the conference room, his eyes