Natasha’s POV The office was usually calm, with the soft sounds of typing and murmuring, but today, it felt different. The noise in the background was just a blur as my heels clicked loudly against the marble floor. Every step I took was a reminder that I was in control. No one else. Not even David. As I walked through the lobby, the employees moved out of my way like a river parting before a rock. It was like they knew their place in my world, the one I had worked so hard to build. "Good morning, Ms Lex," someone said. I didn’t even look at her, just gave a quick nod. That was all they were getting from me. I was headed toward the conference room, but as I walked down the hall, I checked my phone to make sure I was ready for the merger talks. This deal was crucial, and time was run

