Chapter 1: The Unexpected Encounter

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Chapter 1: The Unexpected Encounter

Zuri's heels clicked on the polished marble floor as she entered the luxurious hotel lobby. The soft glow of crystal chandeliers and the gentle hum of conversation enveloped her, a stark contrast to the turmoil brewing inside. She had arrived in Lagos just hours before, her heart racing with a mix of excitement and trepidation.

As she scanned the room, her gaze landed on a figure standing by the floor-to-ceiling windows. Tall, imposing, and radiating an aura of quiet confidence, he seemed out of place among the other guests. Their eyes met, and for a fleeting moment, Zuri felt like she was drowning in the depths of his piercing blue gaze.

Who was this stranger, and why did she feel an inexplicable pull towards him?





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