Chapter Sixteen

After a moment of anticipation, Lucas turned to face his family and unveiled his plan. “I will make Karina fall for me and manipulate her into doing our dirty work.”

Amira's smile widened in amusement at the idea.

Juliana leaned forward with curiosity. “How do you plan to achieve that?”

“She's already ensnared in my trap. She made a deal with me,” Lucas explained confidently.

Anita's interest piqued. “What kind of deal?”

“She asked me to pose as her boyfriend until she decides to end it,” Lucas revealed.

Anita chuckled, finding the situation intriguing. “Fascinating.”

“I've also uncovered something significant about her,” Lucas continued. “She happens to be the ex-daughter-in-law of our longtime rivals, the Algernon family.”

Juliana's eyes sparkled with excitement. “Truly?”

“Yes, Mother. I knew this would interest you the most. She's Aidan Algernon's ex-wife,” Lucas confirmed.

Juliana exchanged a meaningful glance with Anita, a realization dawning on them. “This changes everything.”

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