The media storm that followed their public appearance was like nothing Ariana had ever experienced.
Some headlines praised her bravery.
Others called her a gold-digger.
Some romanticized the story.
Others dissected every detail of her past, her family, and most viciously—her unborn child.
But through it all, she held her head high.
Liam stood by her side in every interview, every press conference, every closed-door meeting. His quiet strength steadied her when the world felt like it was cracking beneath her feet.
But behind his calm, Liam was waging his own war.
He knew what power cost. And now, the board members at Carter Enterprises were growing nervous. Investors feared distraction. Stockholders questioned his leadership. And some whispered about forcing him to step down as CEO
