Edgar took a deep breath before speaking to the receptionist, never taking his eyes off Olivia.“You may leave,” he said firmly. “I’ll see her myself.”The door closed behind the receptionist.With a restrained gesture, Edgar indicated the chair in front of his desk.“Have a seat, Olivia.”He rose slightly, straightening his white coat.“Would you like some water? Juice?”“Thank you, Edgar, but I’m fine,” she replied politely.She sat down calmly.Edgar rested his hands on the desk and leaned forward slightly, studying her in silence for several moments, as though trying to understand what had brought her there.“I’ll admit I’m surprised by your visit,” he finally said, his voice controlled but curious.Olivia maintained perfect posture.She folded her hands in her lap and met his gaze without hesitation.“I won’t take much of your time,” she said firmly. “To get here, I had to walk into a perfume store and leave through a different exit to lose my security detail.”Edgar let out a sh
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