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She ended the call, wiped away her tears, and breathed deeply.

She looked around the office and figured she had nothing else to do. She picked up her bag to head to the nearest supermarket for her mother’s favorite snack, then to the hospital.

Chapter 28

Romanpacedbackandforth in his office, his frustration palpable. Seated across from him was his lawyer, Michael, a stern and composed middle-aged man who had seen their fair share of legal battles. The tension in the room could be cut with a knife.

Immediately after he met with Scarlett, Roman called his lawyer, asking to meet right away.

“Roman, I understand the gravity of the situation,” Michael began, his voice calm and authoritative. “But we need to weigh our options carefully. The evidence she has could cause significant damage to the company’s reputation if it were to come out.”

Roman’s jaw tightened as he stopped in his tracks, staring at his lawyer. “I can’t believe she would stoop this low,” he muttered through gritted teeth. “Those pictures and the video. They could ruin everything I’ve worked so hard for.”

The lawyer nodded; his expression serious. “I understand your anger, Roman. But at this point, we need to consider the potential consequences. It may be prudent to temporarily accept her terms until we can devise a more strategic plan to address this situation.”

Roman’s frustration bubbled within him, but he knew his lawyer was right. He needed to think beyond his own emotions and protect the company. “So, you’re suggesting I give in to her blackmail?”

His lawyer leaned forward; his tone serious.

“For now, it might be the best course of action. We can work on gathering more evidence to expose her actions in the future, but for the time being, preserving the company’s reputation is of utmost importance.”

A conflicted expression crossed Roman’s face as he wrestled with the decision. He had always prided himself on integrity and strength, but the weight of the situation pressed heavily upon him. “I can’t believe it’s come to this,” he muttered, frustrated.

The lawyer’s voice softened. “Sometimes, in the face of adversity, we have to make difficult choices for the greater good. Remember, this is just a temporary measure to protect what you’ve built. We’ll find a way to fight back.”

With a heavy sigh, Roman nodded. “Alright, I’ll go along with her demands, but rest assured, I won’t let her get away with this.”

His lawyer nodded in agreement. “We’ll strategize and find a way to turn the tables, Roman.”

Roman’s lawyer leaned back in his chair, a heavy sigh escaping his lips. He studied Roman’s frustrated face, concern etched across his features.

“Roman, I know this is a difficult pill to swallow, but we have to consider Olivia’s safety in all of this. “Playing along with Scarlett’s demands and ending things with Olivia might be the best course of action for now.”

This was exactly what he was dreading and expecting; he furrowed his brows, frustration mounting as he absorbed Michael’s words.

The thought of hurting Olivia, the one person who had brought light into his life amidst the darkness, was infuriating. But he couldn’t deny the ticking bomb Scarlett was.

“I understand the rationale behind it; I think I just needed to hear it from someone else. “But do I let her go without any explanation? She deserves to know the truth.”

The lawyer nodded, acknowledging Roman’s concerns. “I hope you’ll find the opportunity to explain things to her, Roman. She must understand the gravity of the situation and the risks involved. But for now, it’s essential to prioritize her safety above all else.”

“I can’t believe it’s come to this,” he murmured; his tone was one of anger and sadness. “To cut ties with Olivia, to make her believe that everything between us was a lie.”

“Sometimes, circumstances force us to make sacrifices, Roman. It’s a painful choice, but it’s in Olivia’s best interest. We have to protect her from the potential fallout of Scarlett’s actions.”

A heavy silence hung in the air as Roman wrestled with his emotions.

“I’ll do what needs to be done,” Roman finally said. “I’ll play along with Scarlett’s game for now.”

Michael nodded, “Stay strong, Roman.”

He watched his lawyer gather his belongings and prepare to leave; all that consumed his thoughts was how he’d tell her and what to do with this terrible sense of loss he felt.

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“Alright, thank you, Mary.”

“I’ll see you real soon. I’m sorry to see your mom leave. She’s been a model patient and top comedian around her,” the pudgy nurse said, waving cheerfully as Olivia walked out of the hospital.

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