Jeff takes a role

As Tess continued to make small talk with Victoria, she couldn't shake off the feeling that something wasn't quite right. The CEO's smile seemed to falter for a fraction of a second, before she recovered and laughed off her remark. But it was the mention of Jeff that really sent a chill down Tess's spine. Victoria had mentioned him in passing, saying he was "keeping up the family traditions." Traditions? What did she mean by that? Tess's mind began to whirl with dark possibilities. She couldn't help but think about her late husband, who had died under mysterious circumstances just a year ago. The official cause of death had been listed as an accidental overdose, but Tess had always suspected foul play. Now, as she gazed into Victoria's icy blue eyes, she wondered if there might be more to the story than she'd initially thought. Was it possible that Victoria was behind her husband's demise? That she had manipulated events from behind the scenes, using her position and influence to get away with murder? Tess's eyes narrowed, her mind racing with questions and doubts. She knew it sounded crazy, but she couldn't shake off the feeling that there was more to this story than met the eye. And then, just as she was about to confront Victoria directly, Jeff appeared at her side, his expression a mask of concern. "Tess, I'm so sorry you're not enjoying yourself," he said, his voice low and smooth. "Maybe we should get out of here?" Tess's heart skipped a beat as she met Jeff's gaze. She knew that look – the one that said, "Let's talk somewhere private."

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