ect Chimera." Even if she delegated the tasks now, there were simply

lse to take over. Whether it's Sam or Luke, they are both capable of leading this project. I'd like to return to the branch off

was a slightly calculated remark, subtly shifting the bl

lyn shared with Haiden would undoubtedly be a thorn in her side

ted his gaze, a hint of mo

detachment. "What history do we have? Or are you trying

let

brief flash of irony, followed by

threats in the past. Her former self had lived by the rule of stopping at nothi

. Waking up from that car crash had severed her last

ed partner, Mr. Holland, I assume you aren't the type of scum to string two women along. Being associated with me will only

nized her for

ing it. You initiated this project, and there's no need to make someone el

den only needed her to close the deal,

ther, simply replying wi

eived a text from her Aunt Annelise: "Jaylyn, make some t

e picture-Julian-was wearing gold-rimmed glasses.

d a quick r

e guy was actually decent and suitable, she wasn't opposed to t

ighed her options, her

, she walked back into Haiden

re mostly completed. If there's nothing

yes narrowing at her.

a ripple of emotion. "I have

no further explanation. Seeing her cold, unbothered demeano