Three Women Came to Marry a Billionaire—Then His First Test Exposed Their True Character, While the Second Threatened to Reveal Why They Were Chosen
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Chapter 20
"The marriage contract was never about comfort, Clara; it was about finding a queen who can stand beside me in the crossfire," Julian stated firmly.
He stood up, walking toward the grand French doors that led out onto the moonlit balcony overlooking the Hudson River.
"Only two of you will advance to test four tomorrow morning," Julian announced, turning back to face the three women with piercing eyes.
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Elena’s posture remained rigid; Sophie stood with quiet dignity; and Clara tilted her head with an expectant, competitive smirk.
"The third candidate has already failed by hesitating during the federal intrusion," Julian added, letting the brutal verdict hang in the air.
