The emergency board meeting changed everything.
The doors opened.
And the new majority shareholder walked in.
Elegant. Calm. Smiling.
Ethan's mother.
Margaret Kingsley.
The room fell silent.
Aria's breath caught.
Margaret sat at the head of the table.
"Victor Hale made a wise investment decision," she said smoothly. "And I have decided to protect this company from emotional distractions."
Her gaze landed on Aria.
Ice cold.
"You are suspended. Effective immediately."
The words hit like a slap.
Ethan slammed his fist on the table. "You don't have that authority!"
Margaret smiled.
"I do now."
Outside the building, reporters swarmed Aria.
"Are you the reason for the internal conflict?"
"Are you involved with the CEO?"
Her world spun.
And for the first time since meeting Ethan…
She felt alone.
Should Aria fight back or walk away?
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