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Chapter 72 - The Secret Mistress

Sophia sat calmly, sipping her coffee while the man across from her spoke for what felt like an eternity. She didn't even blink.

 

"Sophia, what exactly are you trying to do?" Frank's tone was tense, his hands gripping the table. "You poached all of my senior staff! If it's money you want, I can give you that. Just send them back. Those people have been with Wright Group for years!"

 

Sophia smiled faintly, stirring her coffee. "Mr. Turner, you're mistaken. I didn't steal anyone."

 

"Didn't you?" Frank's voice sharpened. "Don't lie to me. I've already seen the reports, Sophia."

 

"Your offer was far too stingy," she said lightly. "If they left, that's the consequence of your own choices—something you should've seen coming."

 

Frank frowned deeply, the muscles in his jaw tightening.

 

Sophia met his gaze, her eyes cool and steady. "Everyone deserves a chance at a better life, don't you think?"

 

A better life? The words stung. She was mocking him.

 

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