Despite Ruby's frustration, she couldn't sway Tristan's mind. Her only option seemed to be influencing Violet, especially since Violet liked her quite a bit.

Ruby couldn't believe that her high-status background, beauty, and impressive capabilities, coupled with the years she spent by Tristan's side, had left him utterly unimpressed.

Her feud with Nova was still unresolved, and it was anyone's guess who would last the distance.

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After leaving the office, Nova ...