Chapter 14

Standing before the floor-to-ceiling window on the top floor of Kane Group, Kieran gazed down at Novara's glittering nightscape. Behind him, his office replayed the news broadcast. He adjusted the cuff of his suit, and a cold smirk tugged at his lips as he thought about the mess waiting for Damien. Just then, a knock came at the door. His assistant entered and handed him a file. "All the paperwork is complete, Mr. Slate. Kane Group's core assets have been fully transferred to your name." "Good." Kieran took the pen and signed his name on the file. "Inform the PR team that I'm holding a press conference." … That afternoon, the conference hall of Novara Financial Hub was packed with reporters. Under the flashing cameras, Kieran was dressed in a sleek suit and wore the perfect smile on his face. Subtly lowering his head, he began in a sincere voice, "In regard to the recent rumors online, I'd like to clarify a few things. First, Ms. Callie Frost and I are just friends, and all the