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SIX MONTHS LATER

MAEVE

All eyes were on me as I walked into the huge complex, dressed smartly in my grey corporate and black heels.

Behind me, my assistant followed closely with my bag and files in hand.

I didn't miss the subtle whispers of the people; the way most of them created distance between us like I was a walking poison.

Holding my head high and maintaining a straight face—the one I ma