The discussion table near the stage slowly filled with some of the most powerful people in the room.
Executives.
Investors.
Industry rivals.
People who built empires and destroyed others without hesitation.
Camille felt dozens of eyes follow her as she and Dante approached.
She lifted her chin slightly.
Let them look.
Dante pulled out a chair for her beside him.
It was a small gesture, but several people noticed.
Respect.
Possession.
Both.
Camille sat smoothly while Dante took his seat next to her. Across the table sat Charles Harrington, smiling politely as he shuffled a stack of papers.
"Thank you all for joining," Harrington began. "Tonight's investment discussion will focus on the new expansion project being proposed by the Moretti Group."
A murmur spread across the table.
Camille glanced sideways at Dante.
He looked completely relaxed.
Too relaxed.
Which meant he was already expecting trouble.
Harrington continued.
