The air at Rowe Tower was thick with anticipation.
Melinda had never walked through the building with so many eyes watching her, some in judgment, some in disbelief, and a few already whispering with awe. Her return to James’s side had sent waves through the business world overnight.
But no one knew what was truly brewing beneath the surface.
She adjusted the lapels of her fitted blazer and stepped into the elevator beside James, her pulse steady despite the storm ahead. His presence next to her was calm, focused and dangerous in a quiet way. Gone was the man who once kept his battles buried beneath charm and tailored suits.
This James was ready for war.
“Are you sure she’ll show?” Melinda asked as the elevator climbed.
James didn’t even blink. “Selene never misses the chance to gloa
