Chapter9
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When you’ve been broken, strength isn’t given. It’s claimed.
The morning after the k********g, Eva stood in front of the mirror, bruises fading but her spirit ignited.
No more running. No more hiding.
She looked at Maxwell in the kitchen, busy with calls and strategy.
“I want to help,” she said confidently.
Maxwell turned, surprised but proud. “You’ve been through hell.”
“I’m done being weak,” Eva replied. “If this is a war, I’m a fighter.”
Maxwell’s phone buzzed. Phillip on the line.
“We traced the attack to Aldrich’s right-hand man. He’s planning a second strike.”
Eva’s jaw clenched. “Then we strike first.”
Together, they mapped out their counterattack.
Eva agreed to give a televised interview, exposing Voss Global’s crimes.
Roman warned, “That’ll make you a target.”
“I’m ready.”
The interview aired that night.
Eva’s voice was steady, eyes shining.
She told her story about the contract, the surveillance, the threats.
The public was riveted.
Social media exploded. Support flooded in.
But back in the shadows, Selene Voss watched, smiling.
“She’s stronger than I thought,” Selene whispered. “But strength isn’t enough.”
Later, Maxwell pulled Eva close.
“You’re not just surviving anymore.”
“No,” Eva smiled, firmly. “I’m fighting back.”
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