Josie glanced down at herself. "It's nothing. Just a kid causing trouble. I have to discipline him a bit."

Juliette looked at Zach and the others, roughly understanding the situation. She sternly commanded the staff, "What are you standing around for? Call the police now!"

Just as Josie was about to speak, a voice suddenly echoed from behind. "Apologies. Allow me to handle this matter."

She paused, turning around to find herself unexpectedly facing Laura. She was dressed in a practical manner, appearing travel-worn.

Upon seeing her, Josie immediately understood why Zach had such a peculiar expression on his face. She paused for a moment. "Hey, Laura."

Laura nodded at her, then turned to Juliette and explained, "It's a family matter of the Olsen family. I apologize for any inconvenience, Ms. Witherspoon. Rest assured, I will handle this matter appropriately." "Household affairs?" Juliette asked, casting a puzzled yet somewhat understanding glance at Josie.

"Yes. I rushed over today specifically to apologize to you for the delay in our collaboration. This is a carefully chosen gift as a token of my apology. Please accept it." Laura came prepared, carrying a gift in her hand, which she respectfully presented with both hands.

Josie understood the situation. She made a special trip to come here today.

"That matter is already in the past," she said. "I've signed

undertone, her gaze lingering on Josie and Laura for a few moments. The former quietly explained, "Mark asked me to deliver the contract. It's all taken care of now." A myriad of emotions played across Laura's face, momentarily

then found an

silence filled the grand hall. Zach, hands tucked in his pockets, stepped forward, his tone brusque.

spoke those words, Shirley couldn't help but step forward, attempting to grasp Zach's arm. However, with an impassive expression, Zach shrugged her off.

expression, Laura retorted, "Since when do I have

and pressed the elevator

done discussing your actions back in Rivodia!" Laura was no

"Are you threatening me?"

your place. It seems like when

side, couldn't help but feel that

the elevator arrived. Laura took Josie's

gently dabbed away the spilled wine with a tissue, she said, "Zach is just that kind of person. He's outwardly strong, but inwardly weak. You don't need

didn't want to take on this

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