Chapter 47: Meeting Samuel.

The drive to the office was smooth, but Annette found herself lost in thought, her mind swirling with questions and doubts. What awaited them at the office? What had prompted their sudden return? And most importantly, could she trust Hudson, despite everything that had transpired between them?

As the car pulled up to a large office building, Annette took a deep breath, steeling herself for whatever lay ahead. Stepping out of the car, she was greeted by a man dressed in a black suit.

"Miss Zachary, welcome to Paris. I'm Mr. Samuel's assistant, and he is waiting for you in his office," the assistant said, gesturing for Annette to follow.

Annette nodded, her heart pounding with anticipation as she made her way through the bustling corridors of the office. Finally reaching Samuel's door, she hesitated for a moment before knocking softly.

"Come in," Samuel's voice called from inside, and Annette pushed open the door, stepping into the familiar space.

Samuel sat behind his desk, his express