The next day, betrayal struck.
Russo launched a hostile takeover, using inside leaks and stolen designs. The press painted Alexander as reckless, his empire crumbling.
In the chaos, Alexander's board turned on him. And when Victoria stood in the boardroom with proof of Elena's secret meetings with Russo, the whispers became knives.
Alexander's eyes locked on Elena, stormy with fury and betrayal. "You gave him my designs?"
Her breath caught. "No! I would never—"
But he turned away, cold and distant. "Get out."
And in that moment, Elena realized: even love couldn't protect her from his doubt.
🔥 End of Chapters 21–25