Romina said, "Brother, River and I are sworn enemies. If you want to deal with an enemy, the first step is to learn everything about them. That's how you defeat them.".

"Know yourself and know your enemy, and you'll never lose a battle. This isn't about romance.".

Donovan replied, "I'm just making a point. I'm not forcing you to be with him. I just think that if you looked at him from a different angle, you'd see he's actually pretty great. A lot of women like him.".

Romina pouted. "So what? I don't like him. I don't care how many women do— he's not my type."Then, after a brief silence, she added in a softer voice,

"Besides, it's not like he likes me anyway.".

Donovan smiled but dropped the subject. "There's a business reception Saturday night. You'll have to attend I won't be going.".

"Saturday night... Today's Wednesday. Got it.".

She was well-seasoned. Even if she had to step in last minute, she'd still

might be

immediately soured. "Who's organizing this reception? Don't they know River and I can't stand each other? It's either him or me. I don't want

had run into each other at a few banquets before. It always ended in chaos. And to top it off, she hated how popular River was-everyone,

to ours. He's respected in Eaglioncile's business

there wasn't any direct competition, Mr.

and River would show Mr. Lacroix some respect. Even if they didn't get along, they'd keep things

He

hoped he

and this reception was her opportunity to speak

River? That was something she

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