Chapter 10 - Protecting the Baby From a Hostile Corporate Dynasty
“Get out of my penthouse before I throw you over this balcony, Julian,” Lucas growled, his voice deathly quiet.
Julian raised his hands in mock surrender, a cold, calculating grin plastered across his face.
“Relax, brother; I’m just delivering a message from the board of directors regarding tomorrow’s emergency vote,” Julian said.
“The board can vote on whatever they like; my decision is final,” Lucas stated firmly, pointing toward the door.
Julian chuckled, turning slowly on his heel to retrace his steps toward the private elevator foyer.
“Mother still holds the controlling shares, Lucas; you can't fight the family dynasty alone,” Julian teased before stepping out.
The elevator doors slid shut, sealing Julian inside as he descended back down to the lobby level.
Lucas locked the heavy deadbolts, exhaling a long, steady breath to calm his racing heartbeat.
He walked back down the hallway to find Elena standing in the doorway of the nursery holding Alma.
“Was that... was that your brother?” Elena asked, her voice trembling slightly with lingering fear.
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“Yes, but he didn't see Alma; we’re still safe for tonight,” Lucas assured her, pulling them both into a hug.
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