Chapter 27

[Present day]

The midday sun beat down on the bustling streets of the city as Regina and Giannis made their way through the crowded sidewalks. Regina’s heels clicked against the pavement, matching the rhythm of her rapid heartbeat. She glanced at Giannis, her eyes filled with a mix of excitement and nervousness.

“Seven, remember, this meeting is crucial,” Regina said, her voice tinged with urgency. “We need to make it seem like we’re madly in love. We just got married yesterday, after all. And you… you need to act like a man in love, someone who’s worthy of my inheritance.”

Giannis nodded, his face determined. “I understand, Regina. I’ll do my best to play the part convincingly. I don’t even have to try too much. With my truckload of wealth, I have no worries as regards convincing your late father’s legal team about how worthy I am to be your husband.”

They arrived at a grand building with a polished brass plaque that read “Harrison & Associates, Attorney