I gazed into Layla's eyes, my heart swelling with love. “Ready for the next challenge?” I asked.

Layla smiled. “Always.”

Our lips met in a passionate kiss.

Few weeks had passed since Reginald's downfall.

The Kings' Empire flourished.

Layla and I were inseparable. She bought shares in my company, becoming the second highest shareholder after me and I was grateful for that.

Since we are now business partners, I get to see her almost everyday at work.

I knew the business world was unpredictable. Enemies and rivals will keep arising and I was damn ready.

“Alex, we have a meeting with potential investors,” Larry called, interrupting my peaceful evening with...