Leah
The next morning came faster than I expected. I barely slept.
Every time I closed my eyes, I saw different things—Samantha’s smile, Lucas’s expression in the boardroom, the black SUV outside the building, and the message on my phone.
“Don’t trust anyone.”
I stood in front of the mirror, adjusting my outfit. A fitted cream blouse.
I wore a black skirt that seemed simple,clean and professional.
But today, it wasn’t about how I looked. It was about how I walked into that building. I took a deep breath and placed a hand on my stomach.
“We’re doing this,” I whispered.
A soft knock came from the door. “Miss Hayes, the car is ready,” one of the guards said.
I picked up my bag and walked out. The ride to Miller Industries was quiet. Ethan sat beside me, going through his tablet. “Ev
