Chapter 258 – Crossroads

As they brainstormed, scribbling names and drawing organizational charts, Logan felt a surge of hope. He looked at Deonna, marveling at her ability to see solutions where he saw only obstacles. "You're amazing, you know that?" he said softly, reaching out to tuck a stray lock of hair behind her ear. Deonna smiled, leaning into his touch. "We're amazing together, Logan. That's what partnerships are all about." Their lips met in a soft, tender kiss, a moment of calm in the eye of the storm they'd been weathering. As they pulled apart, Logan rested his forehead against hers. "Thank you," he whispered. "For everything." Deonna squeezed his hand. "Always." The next few weeks passed in a whirlwind of activity. As news of Nolan's condition spread through Maine Enterprises, an unexpected outpouring of support flooded in. Employees from every level of the company sent well-wishes, shared stories of Nolan's mentorship, and even organized a blood drive in his honor. Logan found himself ove