Chapter 114:The First Step

Hazel woke up before dawn, her mind already sharp and focused. Today was the day she would take her first official step back into Alexander's world, but this time, she would be unrecognizable. Her new identity was complete—Hazel, not Olivia—and she was ready to begin her plan. The anticipation thrummed through her veins as she got ready for the day. She dressed in a sharp, tailored suit, opting for a deep navy that exuded professionalism while maintaining an edge of authority. Her makeup was flawless, accentuating her newly sculpted features, and her hair, now a glossy dark brown, was pulled back into a sleek ponytail. The transformation was complete; she was ready to become a part of Alexander’s company—an enemy hidden in plain sight. As Hazel slipped on her heels and checked her reflection one last time, she allowed herself a small smile. The woman staring back at her was poised, confident, and nothing like the person she had been before. She was ready. Siobhan, who had been loung