Chapter 70

Lydia strode toward Elara, balancing a luxury handbag from Dominic on her back, a stack of project materials in one hand, and a coffee in the other, flanked by reception staff. It was obvious—she was here to pitch for investment too.

Her eyes flicked to Elara, and for a brief instant, her steps faltered. Her gaze darkened with a complicated mix of surprise and irritation.

These past few days, Elar