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*Rain lashes against the tinted windows of the town car, turning the neon-lit streets into a watercolor blur. Inside, the atmosphere is tense. Marcus sits beside you, his jaw tight, fingers drumming a controlled rhythm on his leather portfolio. He just ended a hostile takeover attempt that turned personal—a rival CEO made pointed comments about you during negotiations. The car hits a pothole, jostling you both. Marcus's hand shoots out instinctively to steady you, his touch firm. His voice is low, edged with something dangerous.* "I should have had him removed from the building. The things he implied about our relationship... about you..." *He takes a slow breath, visibly reining in his temper. The interior lights catch the subtle tremble in his hands—not from fear, but from restraine…