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.".

if she had to step in last minute, she'd still handle it like a

added, "River might be there

know River and I can't stand each other? It's

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,

Mr. Lacroix. His family runs a business unrelated to ours. He's respected in Eaglioncile's business world. He invited both our

competition, Mr. Lacroix wasn't worried about

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

town with her kids. He might

hoped he wouldn't show

business transformation. She wanted to work with them, and this reception was her opportunity to speak directly with Mr. Lacroix.

was something she

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