He cut her off firmly, laying down the law. Miss Cohen, let me make this crystal clear. There will never be anything between us. Dont ever call me again. And if you do, you wont just be out of the television business, but out of Duefron entirely. Consider that a promise.

With that, he ended the call abruptly.

On her end, Anika trembled with disbelief. She couldnt fathom that Leonel had shut her down like that. After all, didnt he seem interested in her when they were together that night? It was almost midnight by the time Leonel finally left the office.

As he went to get the car, he spotted Anika waiting in the darkness, clad in nothing but a thin shirt. Ignoring her, he climbed into the car and drove off without a second glance.

Mr. Douglas, Anika called out softly, but the car didnt slow down.

In the serene night, Anikas gaze burned with frustration, her thoughts swirling in the quiet of her mind.

When Leonel returned to the villa, the servant greeted him with the utmost respect, already at his service. Mrs. Douglas got back early.

Shes with the kids now. Mr. Douglas, would you prefer something to eat or head upstairs for a shower?

he moved towards

and the weight of the weeks absence wore heavy on

Ollie bounded into view, circling Leonel with boundless affection. He couldnt help but smile, reaching out to stroke the loyal pup. Then,

locked, a silent exchange of emotions

clad in long sleeves and pants, and

wonder if the marks hed left on her skin were still there,

the unspoken tension, Leonel addressed the servant, il have something to eat

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