Dahlia's POV
My pulse had finally steadied, though I knew my concerns about Lorena were far from over. She was caught up in the excitement of the moment, dazzled by Eddie's magnetic presence.
Men like Eddie possessed an irresistible allure that went beyond mere physical attraction. He carried himself with the confidence of someone who owned the world, his angelic features masking something far more dangerous underneath.
I had been quietly monitoring developments in Ardmore City for years. Recently, a Parry Group executive faced investigation for embezzlement and bribery. That same night, he ended his life, leaving behind a confession.
Most people expected this scandal to destroy the company's reputation and tank their stock value. Instead, the complete opposite occurred.
Eddie's PR machine swung into action immediately. They organized a press conference where the dead man's widow stood before dozens of cameras and formally apologized to the Parry Group for her husband's crimes.
