Caspian

I stood in front of the podium, heart pounding in my chest like a drum that wouldn't quit. The lights were blinding, the cameras relentless, and the murmur of reporters echoing across the grand press hall was enough to make any sane man sweat.

But I wasn’t here to talk business today. No stock updates. No new deals.

I was here for her.

I gripped the edge of the podium, steadying myself, and took a breath. “Thank you for coming,” I began, my voice rough but sure. “I know you’re all wondering why I called this press conference.”

A hush fell instantly.

“I’ve made a lot of mistakes in...