While Alexander pursued Elena, Russo tightened his grip on Knight International.
Contracts collapsed. Shares dipped. Rumors spread that Alexander had lost control. And Russo waited for the moment to strike.
It came at a high-profile investor's dinner. Russo cornered Elena, his smile sharp as glass.
"Still playing fiancée? Or are you finally ready to admit he'll ruin you too?"
Elena's stomach twisted. She wanted to tell him off, but the doubt in her heart burned.
And Russo saw it. "When his empire falls, he'll drag you down with him. But I can save you."
He leaned close, whispering, "Because the only thing Alexander Knight fears losing… is you."