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Secrets and Subterfuge

BLURB In the risky world of investigative journalism, Victoria Langley faces her toughest mission. She pretends to be a sharp entrepreneur to get close to Alexander Harrington, a billionaire shrouded in mystery. But things get more complicated than she imagined. Victoria uncovers a dark scheme as she digs into Alexander's life. He's wrongly accused by a vengeful ex-partner. The accusation involves a scandal with a Mafia lord's sister and a forced abortion. Alexander's life is on the line as the Mafia seeks revenge. Victoria gets caught in a dangerous game of truth and lies. The deeper she goes, the more she finds herself tangled in secrets. Surprisingly, she discovers her own connections to the Mafia, endangering her undercover mission. As danger approaches, Victoria and Alexander grow closer, but their relationship is on a thin edge. With high stakes, they must navigate a path full of lies, betrayal, and a race against time to reveal the truth. If they fail, their worlds will collide in a chaotic mix of crime, love, and the quest for justice.

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45 Chs

Chapter 22

As Victoria settled into the unexpected comfort of Alexander's home, the atmosphere underwent a curious transformation. The sleek, corporate veneer gave way to a more personal, inviting ambiance. It was a side of Alexander she hadn't anticipated—a man who could seamlessly blend the worlds of business and domesticity.

Alexander led Victoria to a guest room, the walls adorned with a tasteful mix of contemporary art and vintage photographs. "Feel free to make yourself at home. If you need anything, just let me know," he said, a genuine warmth in his voice.

"Thank you, Alexander. This is... unexpectedly cozy," Victoria admitted, her journalistic instincts momentarily stifled by the charm of the surroundings.

And there Victoria was, in this cozy room that seemed to have jumped out of a Pinterest board. Alexander's idea of "comfy" was more like a fluffy cloud than a corporate guest room. As he left, he casually tossed, "Make yourself at home, Victoria!"