Chapter 110

Marina cracked her eyes open just enough to watch him button his shirt, tie his tie, and slide into his suit jacket. The man looked powerful, untouchable, like always. “David,” she said softly, sitting up. Her voice was quiet, almost timid, though her mind was already racing with plans. Her hair fell around her shoulders, and she let her expression look vulnerable, like a woman afraid of being abandoned. David didn’t even look at her at first. He stood in front of the mirror, adjusting his tie. “I have work,” he said flatly. Marina’s lips curved into a delicate smile. She tilted her head slightly, her eyes glimmering with a mixture of pleading and charm. “Please… at least breakfast together. Just a little time, that’s all I ask.” He paused. His brows drew together as if weighing whether to brush her off again. Finally, he gave a short nod. “All right. Get up.” Her heart leapt. She quickly got out of bed, slipping into a light dress, brushing through her hair. Within minutes, she was re