The Billionaire's Dangerous Redemption (by Claire Winters) novel Chapter 66

66 A Calculated Move and an Unexpected Invitation

The morning after Alistair’s desperate visit. I woke with a strange sense of unity. His pathetic attempt to buy my mother’s bracelet bad solidified something within me -a determination to stop merely reacting to the chaos he created and start taking

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grabbed my phone and dialed Vera.

“Morning, sunshine she answered, her voice unusually chipper for the early hour Please tell me you called to share juicy gossip about throwing Alistair out on his ass yesterday

“Better” I said. “I need your help with something important

Tin listening

“It’s about my aunt Laana. Her husband is trying to force her out of their family business. I sat up in bed fully awake now. “She needs investors to buy back shares and

maintain control.”

Vera didn’t hesitate. “How much does she need?”

Hold her the figure, and there was a brief silence.

“That’s… substantial, she finally said. “But not impossible. My family knows people who might be interested.

I’ve got some savings I can contribute,” Ladded. “And I can take out a loan against my stake in Evening Gala

Vera’s tone shifted from friendly to business-like. “Give me three hours. I’ll make some calls

“Thank you, I said, relief washing through me

“Don’t thank me yet. This is what friends do” She paused “Besides, helping a woman keep what’s rightfully hers? That’s hasically my favorite hobby”

After hanging up, I showered and dressed quickly. With Alistair’s latest stunt d

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almost forgotten about my appointment to deliver the final custom pieces to Mrs Sinclair Today

Bearctully packed the outfits a stunning emerald evening gown with

hand-embroidered gold thread details and a tailored pantsuit in deep navy with subtle metallic accents. The craftsmanship was exquisite, even by iny standards.

My phone buzzed with a text from Vera *Meeting set for noon. Bringing three potential investors Your aunt should be there*

I quickly responded: You’re a miracle worker*

*Tell me something I don’t know, she texted back with a winking emop

I contacted Aunt Liana right away. Her voice trembled slightly when I explained what

I’d arranged

“Hazel, I can’t ask you to do this, she protested.

“You didn’t ask. I’m offering. I kept my tone firm but gentle. “After everything you’ve done for me, this is the least I can do.”

“Your mother would be so proud of you,” she whispered.

Those words meant more to me than she could know.

The meeting went even better than I’d hoped. Vera had assembled three wealthy friends from her extensive social network-all savvy businesswomen looking for investment opportunities. They liked Liana immediately and were impressed by her detailed knowledge of her company.

“The numbers speak for themselves” said one investor, reviewing the financial reports. “Your husband’s decisions have been driving the company into the ground while your division has shown consistent growth

Within two hours, they’d agreed to purchase enough shares to give Liana controlling interest, Combined with my contribution and loan, the plan was foolproof.

As the paperwork was being prepared, Vera pulled me aside.

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Your aunt is seriously impressive” she whispered No wonder your mum was so die Etober

Inodded watching Liana confidently discuss terms with the investors ‘She’s always heen my role model, after Mom:

When we finalized everything. Liana hugged me so tightly I could barely breathe

Thank you” she said eyes glistening “Richard thought he could push me out because I wouldn’t have the resources to fight back

“His mistake Treplied with a small smile. “Men like him always underestimate women like us!

“Indeed they do.” She straightened her shoulders. “He’ll be receiving official notice this afternoon while he’s in his board meeting

The image made me smile. “I wish I could see his face.”

“I’ll describe it to you in excruciating detail, Liana promised.

After the meeting, I hurried to the Sinclair estate for my appointment. The success with Aunt Liana had energized me, and I felt more confident than I had in weeks.

The massive wrought iron gates opened as I approached, clearly expecting me. I drove up the long, winding driveway lined with perfectly manicured trees and gardens.

A butler greeted me at the entrance. “Ms. Shaw, Mrs. Sinclair is expecting you in the west drawing room.

He led me through the mansion’s impressive hallways. Though I’d been here before. the grandeur still took my breath away -priceless art work on the walls, antique furniture that belonged in museums, and crystal chandeliers that cast dancing

rainbow’s across marble floors.

Mrs. Shiclair rose from her seat when I entered. Despite her age, she moved with the grace of a much younger woman.

Hazel, dear, right on time? She smiled warmly

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Tearefully land out the garment bags containing her custom pieces. “I hope these meet your expectations, Mrs Sinclan

She examined each piece methodically, her expert eye missing nothing. When she aried on the emerald gown, even the stoic butler seemed impressed

“Exquisite workmanship, she declared, admiring the way the fabric caught the light.

You’ve outdone yourself.

Relief washed over me. I’m so pleased you like them.”

“Like them? Ladore them.” She changed back into her day clothes with the butler’s

assistance. You must stay for lunch.

The invitation caught me off guard. “Oh, I wouldn’t want to impose-

“Nonsense, she cut me off with a wave of her hand. “I insist. In fact, I took the liberty of

making special arrangements.”

Before I could respond, the butler reappeared. “Lunch is served in the garden pavilion,

madam.”

Mrs. Sinclair linked her arm through mine. “I hope you’re hungry. I hired Chef Lin specially for today.”

My steps faltered. “Chef Lin? The Chef Lin who has a three-year waiting list for his

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