Chapter 81

The next morning, Grace woke later than usual. She had a meeting scheduled with a new investor which will be an important step toward expanding her operations. But for once, she wasn’t rushing.

By the time she stepped outside, her men were already assembled. A neat row of black vehicles were already lined up in front of the mansion. Marco stood at the forefront, as always in his relaxed posture but his sharp gaze tracked her every move.

Grace walked out of her room in a sleek, all-black pantsuit. Her wolf-cut hair was swept into a high ponytail. She looked composed and unshaken, but beneath the polished exterior, something had changed.

As she descended the steps, everyone instantly greeted her.

“Good morning, boss.” Their voices rippled through the air. Marco offered his own nod in greeting, expecting her attention to land on him as it always did.

Grace’s gaze swept past him without hesitation.

“Ryuji.” She called.

The name was spoken smooth